Garlic Butter Baked Salmon
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
403 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Garlic Butter Baked Salmon
Description
In this recipe, a whole salmon filet is placed skin-side down on a bed of fresh dill and lemon slices laid on foil. Additional dill and lemon slices are arranged on top. Garlic butter, made by melting unsalted butter with minced garlic, is poured over the salmon, with seasoning of kosher salt and black pepper sprinkled on.
The foil sides are rolled up to form a sealed pouch that holds moisture during the initial baking at 375°F. This method gently cooks the fish, allowing it to remain moist and tender. After the baked phase nearing doneness, the foil is partially removed and the salmon is returned under the broiler to brown the top, adding slight crispness and caramelization.
This balance of baking and broiling yields a salmon with a rich garlic butter flavor and aromatic freshness from the dill and lemon. The skin stays intact for easy serving and clean-up. The soft flesh contrasts nicely with the golden finish on top.
The salmon can be served with simple sides like vegetables or rice or used as a centerpiece for a dinner. The foil pouch technique minimizes cleanup and locks in flavor. Watch the salmon carefully in the last broil step to avoid overbrowning.
Ingredients
- 1 salmon filet 3 pounds
- 6 prigs dill fresh
- 2 lemon thinly sliced, plural
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove the salmon from the fridge and let rest at room temperature while preparing the foil and the garlic butter.
- Preheat oven to 375°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with a large piece of foil. Spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- In the middle of the foil lay 3 sprigs of dill and 1 lemon thinly sliced.
- Lay the salmon, skin side down, on top of the dill and lemons. Roll up the sides of the foil so the salmon is in a pouch.
- In a small saucepan melt butter and garlic over low heat and pour over the salmon. Season with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Add remaining dill and lemon slices over the top of the salmon.
- Gently tent the salmon with foil and bake for about 15 minutes or until almost fully cooked.
- Remove from oven and remove the top piece of foil.
- Place the baking rack about 6 inches from the top. Add the salmon back to the oven and broil for 3-5 minutes or just until the top is lightly browned.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 403 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 403 | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 46g | 92% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 102mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 1176mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 401IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 45mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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