Description
This Honey-Lime Garlic Butter Baked Salmon recipe is simple, flavorful, and healthy, making it a go-to for weeknight dinners. The sweet and zesty glaze perfectly complements flaky baked salmon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds salmon fillet (skin on or off)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional garnishes: fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped; lime wedges
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease a shallow baking dish.
- 2. Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels.
- 3. In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, honey, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- 4. Place salmon in the prepared dish or on the baking sheet. Pour or brush the glaze evenly over the salmon.
- 5. Bake for 12-18 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout.
- 6. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with lime wedges, if desired.
Notes
Store cooled baked salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the oven, skillet, or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 300-400 (depending on fillet size and fat content)
- Sugar: Approximately 5-8g
- Sodium: Approximately 150-250mg
- Fat: Approximately 15-25g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 5-10g
- Fiber: Less than 1g
- Protein: Approximately 30-40g