Description
Lemon Butter Garlic Salmon is not just a meal; it’s an experience. The tender, juicy salmon fillets are enhanced by a vibrant lemon juice marinade and then baked to perfection. The dish is then crowned with a luscious lemon butter garlic sauce that melds the flavors together into a symphony of taste.
Ingredients
FOR THE SALMON
Salmon fillets (skinless) – 5, about 150 g/ 5 oz each
Freshly squeezed lemon juice- 2 tablespoons
Olive oil- 1 tablespoon
Garlic cloves (minced)- 1
Old style Dijon mustard- 2 tablespoons
Ground black pepper- ½ teaspoon
Salt, to taste
LEMON BUTTER GARLIC SAUCE
Unsalted butter- ¼ cup
Garlic cloves (minced)-1 ½ tablespoons
Heavy cream or half and half- ½ cup
Freshly squeezed lemon juice- 1-2 tablespoons, optional
Parsley (finely chopped)- 1 tablespoon
Ground black pepper- ½ teaspoon
Lemon slices, for serving
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F /220°C with the rack in the center.
In a medium bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and Dijon mustard. Mix well.
Place salmon fillets into the skillet, pour the mixture over salmon fillets, and rub. Season with ground black pepper and salt. Bake for 10-15 minutes in the preheated oven.
Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan over low-medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 20 seconds.
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a boil. The sauce should thicken slightly.
Take off the heat and stir in lemon juice if using. Garnish with parsley and season with ground black pepper and salt to your liking.
Pour the sauce over the baked salmon and allow to rest for 5-10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes