Baked salmon with lemon sauce is a classic dish celebrated for its simplicity and flavorful elegance. The origins of this dish are rooted in Mediterranean cuisine, where fresh fish and citrus are staples due to their abundant availability.
Course Main Course
Cuisine International
Keyword Butter, Lemon, Salmon
Total Time 30 minutesminutes
Servings 4
Calories 449kcal
Ingredients
4salmon fillets
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
2tablespoonsbutter
2tablespoonsolive oil
3clovesgarlicminced
Salt and pepperto taste
1tablespoonfresh dillchopped
1tablespoonfresh parsleychopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the salmon fillets in a baking dish, skin-side down.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add olive oil, lemon juice, zest, and minced garlic, stirring until well combined.
Season the salmon with salt and pepper, then pour the lemon butter sauce evenly over the fillets.
Sprinkle the fresh dill and parsley over the salmon.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Serve immediately with a side of your choice and drizzle any remaining sauce over the salmon.