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Honey Garlic Butter Baked Salmon

Honey Garlic Butter Baked Salmon – Easy Gourmet Delight at Home

Honey Garlic Butter Baked Salmon is a delicious balance of sweet and savory flavors, elevating weeknight meals into gourmet delights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 pieces Salmon Fillets Choose wild-caught options like sockeye or coho for the best flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness
  • 3 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup Honey Can substitute with maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 1 each Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Swap for tamari for a gluten-free option
For Garnishing
  • to taste Fresh Parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • medium saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking dish with foil or parchment paper.
  2. Melt ¼ cup of unsalted butter over medium heat in a medium saucepan. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Remove from heat and whisk in ¼ cup of honey, the juice of one lemon, and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce until smooth.
  4. Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the greased baking dish, season with salt and pepper.
  5. Pour or brush the glaze over each salmon fillet, ensuring they are completely covered.
  6. Bake uncovered for 12-15 minutes until tender and flaky.
  7. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for a golden finish.
  8. Let rest for a couple of minutes, then garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store uneaten salmon in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, garnishing before serving.

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