Name: 15-Minute Garlic Butter Salmon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless); Salt and pepper to taste; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp lemon zest; Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

This quick and easy 15-Minute Garlic Butter Salmon is a perfect dinner option for busy weeknights. Tender, flaky salmon fillets are pan-seared to perfection and drenched in a rich garlic butter sauce, creating a dish that’s bursting with flavor.

With only a handful of ingredients, this salmon recipe is incredibly simple but tastes gourmet. The garlic butter mixture infuses the salmon with savory depth, balanced by a hint of lemon zest. Serve it with a side of steamed vegetables or a crisp salad for a well-rounded meal that’s ready in no time, giving you restaurant-quality taste at home.

Recipe Tips and Tricks:

Use fresh salmon fillets for the best flavor.
Make sure the pan is hot before adding the salmon to ensure a crispy skin.
Use a spoon to baste the salmon with garlic butter as it cooks for extra richness.
Add a splash of white wine or lemon juice for added acidity if desired.
Do not overcook; salmon is best when slightly pink in the center.

Yield: 2 servings

15-Minute Garlic Butter Salmon

Tender salmon in a rich garlic butter sauce, ready in 15 minutes.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

2 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
Place salmon fillets in the skillet, skin-side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
Add the remaining butter and minced garlic to the skillet, stirring until fragrant.
Pour lemon juice and zest over the salmon and spoon the garlic butter over the top.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

This recipe is gluten-free and keto-friendly.
For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with olive oil or ghee.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 579Total Fat 40gSaturated Fat 13gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 24gCholesterol 174mgSodium 291mgCarbohydrates 2gFiber 0gSugar 0gProtein 51g

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