Description
A quick and healthy garlic butter salmon dish with tender fillets and aromatic flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this easy recipe is packed with nutrients and pairs well with steamed vegetables or a salad.
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried parsley
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Dice the garlic into small, even cubes
Cook the garlic in butter for 1 minute until fragrant
Add the lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper, and stir well
Place the salmon fillets in the skillet, skin side up (if they have skin)
Cook for 4 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 4-6 minutes, until cooked through
While the salmon cooks, prepare a side dish, like steamed vegetables or a salad
Notes
Store any leftover salmon in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days
Substitute the salmon with chicken breast or thighs for a different protein option
Use fresh parsley for the best flavor, but dried parsley works too
Add capers or chopped fresh dill to the garlic butter for extra flavor
Serve the salmon with a side of quinoa or brown rice for a filling meal
Q: Can I use frozen salmon for this recipe? A: Yes, but make sure to thaw it first and pat it dry with a paper towel before cooking
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (6 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 175mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg