Baked Honey Lime Garlic Butter Salmon 🐟🍯🍋🧄
Introduction
Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors with this Baked Honey Lime Garlic Butter Salmon. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a delicious, healthy, and elegant dish in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets 🐟
- Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 🧈
- 4 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 2 tablespoons honey 🍯
- 1 tablespoon lime juice 🍋
- Zest of 1 lime 🍋
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley, for garnish 🌿
- Lime wedges for serving 🍋
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup. 🔥
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper to taste and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet. 🐟🧂
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, honey, lime juice, and lime zest. 🍯🍋🧄🧈
- Drizzle the mixture evenly over each salmon fillet. 🐟🍯
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. For a more golden top, broil for the last 2-3 minutes, being careful not to let it burn. ⏳🔥
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve with lime wedges. 🌿🍋
Nutritional Information
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15-18 minutes
- Total Time: 25-28 minutes
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Servings: 4 servings
Tips for Success
- For the best results, use fresh salmon fillets. If using frozen, make sure they are fully thawed and patted dry.
- Adjust the honey and lime juice to suit your taste preference.
- Pair this dish with a light side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Conclusion
This Baked Honey Lime Garlic Butter Salmon is a simple yet exquisite dish that brings together the perfect harmony of flavors. Whether you are cooking for yourself or entertaining guests, this recipe is sure to impress. Enjoy the delicious combination of sweet honey, zesty lime, and savory garlic butter with every bite. Happy cooking!
Baked Honey Lime Garlic Butter Salmon 🐟🍯🍋🧄
- Total Time: 25-28 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets 🐟
Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 🧈
4 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
2 tablespoons honey 🍯
1 tablespoon lime juice 🍋
Zest of 1 lime 🍋
2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley, for garnish 🌿
Lime wedges for serving 🍋
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup. 🔥
2️⃣ Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper to taste and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet. 🐟🧂
3️⃣ In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, honey, lime juice, and lime zest. 🍯🍋🧄🧈
4️⃣ Drizzle the honey lime garlic butter mixture evenly over each salmon fillet. 🐟🍯
5️⃣ Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. If you like a more golden top, broil for the last 2-3 minutes being careful not to let it burn. ⏳🔥
6️⃣ Remove from the oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve with lime wedges. 🌿🍋
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 Kcal