30-Minute Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon
30-Minute Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon is a quick and delightful dish that transforms any weeknight dinner into a gourmet experience. With its crispy exterior and tender, flaky interior, this salmon recipe packs a punch of zesty lemon and rich garlic butter flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy evenings or impressing guests. Pair it with your favorite side dishes for a complete meal that will leave everyone asking for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear the salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- In a bowl, combine butter, garlic, lemon juice, and zest.
- Flip the salmon, pour the garlic butter sauce over it, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until done.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 96mg