Salmon in Garlic Herb Butter
Dive into the irresistible flavors of this Salmon in Garlic Herb Butter recipe, a quick and easy dinner option that’s as elegant as it is delicious. Perfectly seared salmon fillets boast a golden, crispy skin and tender, flaky interior, brought to life with a luscious butter sauce infused with fresh garlic, parsley, dill, and a bright splash of lemon juice. This one-skillet recipe is a weeknight hero, ready in just 25 minutes, and ideal for a wholesome yet indulgent meal. Serve it with your favorite sides—think roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes—and let the rich, aromatic garlic herb butter take your taste buds on a journey. Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish is bursting with vibrant flavors and is sure to become a staple in your dinner rotation.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 ounces each) salmon fillets
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh dill
- 1 whole (juiced) lemon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the skin is crispy. Flip the fillets carefully and cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
Step 4
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the butter. Allow the butter to melt completely.
Step 5
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds, or until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 6
Add the chopped parsley, dill, and lemon juice to the skillet, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 1 minute.
Step 7
Return the salmon fillets to the skillet and spoon the garlic herb butter sauce over them. Allow them to heat through for 1-2 minutes.
Step 8
Serve the salmon hot with your choice of side dishes, and spoon extra garlic herb butter sauce over the top for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (836.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1826.0 |
| Total Fat 138.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 41.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 396.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2923.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 10.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.6g | |
| Protein 143.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 71.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 246.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories