Soft Herb Butter Salmon
Soft Herb Butter Salmon is a quick yet gourmet dish that transforms fresh salmon fillets into a restaurant-quality experience. The salmon is topped with a luscious blend of unsalted butter, fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon juice, creating a melt-in-your-mouth delight. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends with its vibrant flavors and stunning presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) fresh salmon fillets
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh chives (chopped)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix softened butter with parsley, dill, chives, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place salmon fillets in the baking dish skin-side down and dollop the herb butter mixture generously on top.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with additional lemon juice and herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to experiment with different herbs or add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick. For meal prep, store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.