20-Minute Garlic Butter Salmon Recipe
Easy Weeknight Seafood Dinner
20-Minute Garlic Butter Salmon Recipe
Looking for an easy weeknight dinner for busy back-to-school nights? This 20-minute garlic butter salmon recipe is simple, fresh and packed with flavor. With just a few ingredients, you can have restaurant-quality salmon on the table in about 20 minutes.
Ingredients for Garlic Butter Salmon
- 4 fresh salmon fillets, about 6 oz. each
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Lemon wedges for serving
How to Make Garlic Butter Salmon
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Line a baking sheet or baking dish with parchment paper or lightly coat it with cooking spray.
2. Make the garlic butter.
Mix the melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, salt, pepper and paprika.
3. Prepare the salmon.
Place the salmon fillets on the baking sheet and spoon the garlic butter mixture generously over each piece.
4. Bake for 12–15 minutes.
Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the salmon. The USDA recommends cooking fish to an internal temperature of 145°F.
5. Serve and enjoy.
Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon and serve with rice, asparagus, broccoli, roasted potatoes or your favorite easy side.
Make This Weeknight Salmon Dinner Even Faster
Busy school night? Pair the salmon with microwaveable rice, steam-in-the-bag vegetables or a prepared salad. You can have a complete seafood dinner ready in about the same amount of time it takes to decide what to order for takeout.
Why Salmon Is Great for Easy Weeknight Dinners
Salmon cooks quickly, requires very little prep and works with just about any side dish. You can bake it, grill it, pan-sear it or air fry it, making fresh salmon one of the easiest seafood options to keep in your weekly dinner rotation.
Fresh Salmon Delivered in St. Louis
City Seafood supplies restaurant-quality seafood to restaurants and country clubs throughout the St. Louis area, and you can order that same quality seafood for your own kitchen.
With free seafood delivery throughout the St. Louis area, getting fresh salmon for an easy weeknight dinner means one less trip to the grocery store.
Want to learn more about the difference quality seafood can make? Read our article, Why Should I Buy Seafood from City Seafood Instead of the Grocery Store?
Garlic Butter Salmon FAQs
Can I make garlic butter salmon in an air fryer?
Yes. Cook the salmon at approximately 400°F for 7–10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets and your air fryer.
What temperature should salmon be cooked to?
The USDA recommends cooking fish to an internal temperature of 145°F.
What sides go well with garlic butter salmon?
Rice, asparagus, broccoli, roasted potatoes, green beans and a simple salad all pair well with this easy salmon recipe.
Where can I buy fresh salmon in St. Louis?
City Seafood offers fresh, restaurant-quality salmon and other seafood with free local delivery throughout the St. Louis area.
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