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Easy Buttery Lemon Garlic Salmon Baked in 20 Minutes

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A quick and easy buttery lemon garlic salmon recipe that comes together in under 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish features tender salmon fillets coated in a rich garlic butter sauce with bright lemon flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
  3. Season both sides of the salmon with salt and pepper.
  4. Drizzle the olive oil over the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish and tilt to coat evenly.
  5. Place the salmon fillets in the dish skin-side down, leaving space between each piece.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Whisk together with a fork until well combined.
  7. Pour the garlic butter sauce evenly over the salmon fillets, using a spoon to ensure each piece gets some garlic and lemon zest.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  9. Remove from the oven and tent loosely with aluminum foil. Let rest for 3-5 minutes.
  10. Spoon the pan sauce over the salmon before serving.
  11. Garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if using.

Notes

Don’t overcook the salmon; it continues to cook after removal from the oven. Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Watch the garlic to prevent burning. Make extra sauce for drizzling over sides. Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.

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