Garlic Butter Salmon
A delicious and easy-to-make garlic butter salmon dish that is rich in flavor and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets Choose fresh, firm fillets for best results.
- 4 tablespoons butter Melted for mixing with garlic.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Provide a strong garlic flavor.
- 1 pieces lemon, sliced Used for drizzling over the salmon.
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped For garnish and added flavor.
- to taste salt Adjust according to your preference.
- to taste pepper Adjust according to your preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut four sheets of aluminum foil large enough to wrap each salmon fillet completely, and place one salmon fillet in the center of each sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the garlic butter mixture over each salmon fillet, then top each fillet generously with lemon slices and a sprinkle of chopped parsley.
- Fold the foil over the salmon to create packets, ensuring they are sealed tightly.
Cooking
- Place the packets on a baking sheet and cook in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes.
- Serve warm, placing the packets directly on plates or transferring the salmon to individual servings.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For freezing, wrap cooled salmon tightly in plastic wrap and store in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Reheat gently in the oven to maintain moisture.