Garlic Butter Baked Salmon Recipe
Looking for a dinner that’s fast, flavorful, and healthy? This Garlic Butter Baked Salmon Recipe is everything you need.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets 6 oz each
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- Lemon slices optional garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line baking dish with foil or parchment paper.
- Place salmon fillets skin-down on the baking dish.
- In bowl, mix butter, garlic, lemon juice, zest.
- Add parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Spoon or brush garlic butter over each fillet.
- Add lemon slices on top, if using.
- Bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes until flaky.
- Broil last 2 minutes for crispy, golden top.
- Remove, rest for 2 minutes, serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh salmon for best flavor and texture.
- Don’t overbake or salmon will dry out quickly.
- Add red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Use foil for easy cleanup and moist salmon.
- Finish with fresh herbs for brighter flavor.
- Let butter fully melt before mixing ingredients.
- Pair with lemon wedges for extra zing.