Salmon for Everyone
Transform your weeknight dinners with "Salmon for Everyone," a quick yet elegant seafood dish that's perfect for all skill levels. This easy salmon recipe features moist, flaky fillets seared to golden perfection and smothered in a rich garlic butter sauce infused with fresh lemon juice for a zesty, vibrant kick. With just 10 minutes of prep and a total cooking time of 15 minutes, this 30-minute meal is as convenient as it is delicious. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with lemon wedges for added brightness, "Salmon for Everyone" is a versatile entrée that pairs beautifully with a variety of sides, like roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes. Ideal for family dinners, date nights, or meal prep, this recipe is bound to become a go-to favorite. Tags: quick salmon recipe, garlic butter salmon, easy seafood dinners, 30-minute meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 3 tablespoons (freshly squeezed) lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
- 1 whole (sliced into wedges for serving) lemon
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Season both sides of the salmon fillets with salt and black pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
Place the salmon fillets in the skillet skin-side down if the skin is on. Cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden and crisp.
Flip the salmon fillets carefully and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the center is just cooked through. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the unsalted butter to the same skillet.
Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Stir in the lemon juice and let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.
Return the salmon fillets to the skillet and spoon the garlic-butter sauce over the top to coat thoroughly. Cook for an additional 1 minute to warm the salmon.
Transfer the salmon to a serving platter and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for extra zest.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1855 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.6 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.3 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 365 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 2919 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 143.6 g | 287% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 249 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
