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Easy Crispy Baked Lemon Herb Salmon Recipe with Garlic Butter Sauce

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A quick and easy baked salmon recipe featuring crispy skin and a flavorful garlic butter sauce infused with lemon and herbs. Perfect for a fuss-free, delicious dinner or lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 salmon fillets, skin-on, about 6 ounces (170 grams) each
  • 1 fresh lemon, juiced and zested
  • 4 tablespoons (57 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Coarse black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Optional: drizzle of honey

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Place a wire rack on top if you have one.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Rub the salmon skin with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Place the salmon skin-side down on the baking sheet or wire rack. Bake for 12-15 minutes, depending on thickness, until the skin is crispy and the flesh is opaque and flakes easily.
  4. While the salmon bakes, melt the butter gently in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Stir in the dried herbs, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Remove from heat and keep warm.
  6. Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Spoon the warm garlic butter sauce generously over the salmon fillets. Garnish with fresh lemon slices or fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Pat salmon skin dry thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Use high heat (425°F) for best results. Avoid boiling the garlic butter sauce to prevent separation. Rest salmon after baking to keep it juicy. Adjust baking time for thicker or thinner fillets. Optionally finish under broiler for 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness. Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat gently in a skillet to maintain crispiness.

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Keywords: salmon, baked salmon, lemon herb salmon, garlic butter sauce, crispy salmon, easy dinner, healthy seafood

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