Name: Juicy Garlic Butter Baked Salmon in 20 Minutes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: Salmon fillets – 4 fillets, about 150 g (5 oz) each; Unsalted butter – 60 g (4 tablespoons), melted; Garlic – 4 cloves, finely minced; Fresh lemon juice – 30 ml (2 tablespoons); Lemon slices – from 1 lemon; Olive oil – 15 ml (1 tablespoon); Salt – 5 g (1 teaspoon); Black pepper – 2 g (½ teaspoon); Paprika – 2 g (½ teaspoon); Dried oregano or thyme – 2 g (½ teaspoon); Fresh parsley – 15 g (¼ cup), chopped

Description

A simple, flavorful baked salmon recipe with garlic butter and lemon that’s perfect for quick, wholesome meals.

Ingredients

Salmon fillets – 4 fillets, about 150 g (5 oz) each
Unsalted butter – 60 g (4 tablespoons), melted
Garlic – 4 cloves, finely minced
Fresh lemon juice – 30 ml (2 tablespoons)
Lemon slices – from 1 lemon
Olive oil – 15 ml (1 tablespoon)
Salt – 5 g (1 teaspoon)
Black pepper – 2 g (½ teaspoon)
Paprika – 2 g (½ teaspoon)
Dried oregano or thyme – 2 g (½ teaspoon)
Fresh parsley – 15 g (¼ cup), chopped

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and prepare a baking dish.
Mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, paprika, and herbs.
Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the dish and drizzle with olive oil.
Brush generously with garlic butter and top with lemon slices.
Bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes until flaky and cooked through.
Finish with remaining butter and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Adjust baking time based on fillet thickness.
Best served immediately for maximum juiciness.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes