Salmon with Chive Mustard Butter
Elevate your dinner table with the exquisitely flavorful Salmon with Chive Mustard Butter. Perfectly baked salmon fillets come together in just 25 minutes, offering a tender, flaky texture that is sure to delight. The star of this dish is the luxurious chive mustard butter, a blend of creamy unsalted butter, tangy Dijon mustard, fragrant lemon zest, and fresh chives, all melting effortlessly over warm, oven-roasted salmon. This combination creates an irresistible harmony of bright, savory, and buttery flavors. Served with fresh lemon wedges to enhance the vibrant notes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings alike. Simple prep, minimal ingredients, and a gourmet finish make this easy salmon recipe a must-try for seafood lovers everywhere.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 ounces each) Salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1.5 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 4 pieces (for serving) Lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down if the skin is intact.
Brush the salmon fillets evenly with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
While the salmon cooks, prepare the chive mustard butter. In a small bowl, mix the softened unsalted butter, Dijon mustard, chopped chives, and lemon zest until well combined.
Once the salmon is finished cooking, remove it from the oven. While the fillets are still hot, spread about 1 tablespoon of the chive mustard butter on each fillet. Allow the butter to melt slightly over the warm fish.
Serve the salmon immediately with fresh lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1939 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.7 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.2 g | 216% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 396 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 3086 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.5 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 142.2 g | 284% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 67 mg | 1% | |
*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.
