Easy 5 Ingredient Baked Salmon Recipe - Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier with better fats.

salmon fillets

🥗Healthier: trout fillets

💰Cheaper: canned salmon

Trout is often lower in cost and still nutritious.

Take the whole salmon out of the fridge and let it sit for 15 minutes to come to room temperature.

In a bowl, combine softened butter, finely minced garlic, freshly chopped dill, and the juice of 1 whole lemon, removing any seeds.

Season the mixture with salt and pepper, then mix until fully combined.

Place the salmon on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.

Smear the butter mixture all over the surface of the salmon.

Top the salmon with sliced lemons for extra flavor.

Wrap the salmon tightly in aluminum foil to prevent the butter from oozing out while baking.

Bake the salmon at 425°F for 15 to 18 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.

(Optional) After baking, switch the oven to broil and place the salmon on the top rack for 3 minutes to add color.

Serve the salmon as is or with sides like cucumber salad, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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