Description
After eating this baked salmon, you’ll never want to prepare it any other way! This recipe features perfectly seasoned salmon fillets baked to tender, flaky perfection with a luscious garlic butter and honey glaze. It’s quick, easy, and irresistibly delicious—perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: Lemon slices for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, honey, garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the glaze generously over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- For a caramelized finish, broil the salmon for 2-3 minutes after baking.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley and optional lemon slices. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use wild-caught salmon.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the glaze.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: ~320 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg