Lemon Butter Baked Salmon
This Lemon Butter Baked Salmon is a flavor-packed dish that's quick and easy to prepare!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
For the Salmon:
- 2 to 3 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 1 to 2 lemons freshly squeezed juice and zest
- 4 pieces skinless salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- Salt to taste
- Ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease your baking dish with a bit of butter or olive oil.
- Place the salmon fillets in the baking dish, skin side down. Season with salt and ground black pepper.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter (or olive oil) and add the juice of one lemon and the zest from both lemons. Stir to combine and remove from heat.
- Drizzle the lemon butter mixture over the salmon fillets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Let the salmon rest for a few minutes before serving, drizzled with any remaining lemon butter.
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Measuring spoons
- Citrus juicer
- Fish spatula
Notes
- Use olive oil instead of butter for a healthier option.
- Add fresh herbs for an extra flavor boost.
- Serve with steamed vegetables for added nutrients.