Buttery Herb-Crusted Salmon with Lemon Garlic Sauce 🍣🍋🧄
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
For the Salmon
4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Lemon wedges, for serving
For the Lemon Garlic Sauce
1/4 cup butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the Salmon
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Mix Herb Crust: In a bowl, combine melted butter, breadcrumbs, parsley, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Coat Salmon: Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread the herb mixture evenly over the top of each fillet.
Cook the Salmon
Bake: Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Make the Lemon Garlic Sauce
Prepare Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
Serve
Plate the Dish: Drizzle the lemon garlic sauce over the herb-crusted salmon. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Tips and Variations
Add Veggies: Serve with steamed asparagus or a side salad for a complete meal.
Adjust Flavor: Add red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little heat.
Storage: Leftover salmon can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Enjoy your Buttery Herb-Crusted Salmon with Lemon Garlic Sauce – a delicious and elegant dish!