Description
Velvety lemon garlic butter sauce elevates tender seared salmon fillets in under 25 minutes. This quick weeknight dinner features fresh citrus, aromatic garlic, and golden crust for a restaurant-quality healthy meal.
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets, about 6 ounces each
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
4 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 lemon, thinly sliced, for serving
Instructions
Pat salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika
Whisk melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, and Dijon mustard in a bowl
Heat skillet with olive oil until shimmering
Sear salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until golden
Flip fillets, pour sauce over them, and cook 3-5 minutes more until salmon is opaque
Garnish with parsley and lemon slices before serving
Notes
Use frozen salmon (thaw in refrigerator) for fresh taste
Add steamed asparagus or garlic mashed potatoes as side
Substitute honey with maple syrup for vegan option
Store leftovers in airtight container for 2 days
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Pan Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 140mg