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The Best Sheet‑Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon

The Best Sheet-Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon for Easy Weeknight Dinners

The Best Sheet‑Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon is a simple yet delicious recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine melted butter, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place salmon fillets on a sheet pan and pour the butter mixture over them.
  4. Arrange lemon slices on top of the salmon.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the salmon for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Serve with your favorite side dishes like rice or vegetables.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: salmon, lemon, garlic, butter, sheet-pan, weeknight dinners