Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon
User Reviews
4.5
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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
4
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Calories
675 kcal
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Cuisine
American
Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon
Description
The Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon recipe centers on a whole salmon fillet seasoned with salt and pepper and layered with thinly sliced lemons underneath. A buttery sauce made from melted butter, fresh lemon juice, honey, and pressed garlic is poured over the fish, infusing it with savory-sweet and bright citrus notes. Wrapping the salmon tightly in foil creates a steamy environment that cooks the fish evenly and preserves moisture.
The salmon is baked at 375°F, and optionally broiled briefly, yielding moist, tender flesh that flakes easily with a fork. The thin lemon slices underneath impart subtle citrus aroma and a slight acidity to balance the richness of the butter.
This salmon pairs well with steamed vegetables or rice for a balanced meal. Garnishing with fresh parsley adds a touch of color and freshness. The recipe notes suggest careful broiling time to avoid burning and storing leftovers tightly sealed in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Ingredients
- salmon fillet about 1.5 to 1.75 pounds, skin-on
- 1 lemon sliced into thin rounds
- ½ cup butter melted, unsalted
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice from about 1 lemon
- 2 to 3 tablespoons honey
- 5 cloves garlic finely pressed or minced; or to taste
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste, freshly ground
- 2 teaspoons parsley optional for garnishing, finely chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F. Place salmon on a sheet of foil (with the longer side parallel with the longer side of the sheet pan) with the skin-side down. Raise the edges of the foil up about 2 inches (or enough so that when you pour the buttery mixture over the top it will be contained in the foil).
- Nestle lemon slices underneath the salmon, spaced evenly around the fillet; set aside.
- To a microwave-safe glass measuring cup or bowl, add the butter and heat on high power to melt, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the lemon juice, honey, and garlic. Pour or spoon about three-quarters of the mixture over the salmon; reserve remainder.
- Evenly season salmon with salt and pepper.
- Seal up the foil. Likely you will need to add another sheet of foil on top in order to seal it. Crimp or pinch the top and bottom pieces of foil together; get it as air-tight as possible but it doesn’t have to be perfect. If you have time, set aside to marinate for about 10 to 15 minutes (enhanced flavor).
- Place foil pack on a baking sheet and bake for about 17 minutes.
- Remove baking sheet from the oven and remove the top piece of foil or open up the packet so salmon is exposed but keep the edges raised to contain the buttery mixture.
- Set oven to Hi broil.
- Spoon the reserved buttery mixture over the salmon, if desired. Use your judgment and if there’s already lots of juice you don’t need to add it because you don’t want it to start leaking. If you have extra buttery mixture, it’s great served over the finished dish.
- Broil salmon for about 5 to 10 minutes, or until salmon is as golden as desired.*
- Optionally garnish salmon with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust broiling rack placement and watch closely to prevent burning the salmon during the final crisping step.
- Salmon leftovers keep well in an airtight container refrigerated for up to three days; reheat gently to maintain moisture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 675 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 675kcal | 34% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 45g | 90% |
| Fat | 48g | 74% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 25g | 147% |
| Cholesterol | 186mg | 62% |
| Sodium | 444mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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