Description
Garlic Butter Honey Baked Salmon is a mouthwatering dish that marries sweet and savory flavors for a delightful culinary experience. Perfect for family dinners, special occasions, or even a quick weeknight meal, this recipe features tender salmon fillets coated in a rich garlic butter glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, you can impress your guests with minimal effort. The combination of fresh ingredients creates a nutritious option packed with protein and healthy fats, making it both satisfying and delicious. Serve alongside a refreshing salad or over fluffy rice for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, honey, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Generously brush the glaze over each salmon fillet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- For added caramelization, broil for an extra 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and optional lemon slices before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg