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Honey Garlic Butter Baked Salmon

Honey Garlic Butter Baked Salmon That's Simply Irresistible

This Honey Garlic Butter Baked Salmon is quick to make and bursting with flavor, making it an irresistible dinner option for the whole family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon fresh, wild-caught sockeye or coho
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Glaze
  • 4 tablespoons Butter substitute with olive oil for a lighter option
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic fresh minced
  • ¼ cup Honey or maple syrup as vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh or bottled
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free
For Garnishing
  • to taste Parsley fresh, for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Honey Garlic Butter Baked Salmon
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking dish with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium heat and add 2-3 cloves of minced garlic.
  3. Whisk in ¼ cup of honey, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce until combined.
  4. Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the baking dish, and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Pour the glaze over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are completely covered.
  6. Bake uncovered for 12-15 minutes, basting halfway through if desired.
  7. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes to caramelize the glaze, watching carefully.
  8. Let the salmon rest, then garnish with parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the salmon reaches 145°F (63°C) for best results. For added spice, consider incorporating red pepper flakes into the glaze.

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