Lemon Butter Baked Salmon
This lemon butter baked salmon is tender, flaky and flavorful! Ready in 20 minutes, it's a classic flavor combination for fish that will be your go-to for weeknight dinners
Ingredients
- 2 to 3 Tablespoons butter , or olive oil
- 1 to 2 lemons
- 4 skinless salmon fillets , about 6 ounces each
- Salt , to taste
- Ground black pepper , to taste
For serving (optional): Freshly chopped herbs like parsley, oregano or basil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a small bowl, melt 2-3 Tablespoons butter. Squeeze in the juice from 1 lemon. Mix until combined.
- Place 4 salmon fillets on a baking sheet or cast iron pan. Add veggies if desired. Brush the melted butter mixture over the top and bottom. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add a sliced lemon on top of each fillet if desired.
- Bake 12 to 15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through to 145°F and flaky when pulled apart with a fork. For a crispy edge, you can broil the last 1 to 2 minutes (watch closely, so it doesn't burn).
- Brush with more lemon butter and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve while warm.
Notes
Salmon: I prefer to buy the prepackaged fillets in the frozen section at Costco. My family only eats 3 (the kids will split one), but you can fit up to 5 on a large sheet if needed.
Variations: You can add vegetables to cook on the pan with the salmon. Green beans, asparagus, broccoli and brussels sprouts are all delicious. Just drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Storage: Store leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 299kcal, Carbohydrates: 3g, Protein: 34g, Fat: 17g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Trans Fat: 0.2g, Cholesterol: 109mg, Sodium: 120mg, Potassium: 872mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 249IU, Vitamin C: 14mg, Calcium: 29mg, Iron: 2mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
