Description
A delightful Baked Salmon recipe with a zesty lemon butter cream sauce that warms the heart and pleases the palate.
Ingredients
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- 4 Fresh Salmon Fillets
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- Fresh Herbs (Thyme or Dill), for garnish
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Stir until thickened, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Place salmon in a baking dish, pour the sauce over the salmon, and bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked to your liking.
- Remove from oven, garnish with freshly chopped herbs, and serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
Let the salmon rest for a few minutes before serving to allow flavors to settle.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: salmon, lemon, butter sauce, family recipe, healthy dinner