Garlic Butter Salmon: The Best Quick Recipe for Busy Weeknights
This Garlic Butter Salmon recipe is perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-fried
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets salmon
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add salmon fillets, skin-side down.
- Cook for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in parsley and lemon juice before serving.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes.
- Serve with a side of vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Salmon