Garlic Butter Lemon Salmon 

This Garlic Butter Lemon Salmon is a delightful and simple dish that combines the rich flavors of salmon with a zesty lemon-garlic butter sauce. It's quick to prepare, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The combination of fresh lemon juice, garlic, and butter infuses the salmon with a burst of flavor, while keeping it moist and tender.

 Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets (6–8 ounces each), skin on or off

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

• Lemon slices, for garnish

 Directions

1. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray or a drizzle of olive oil.

2. Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce:

   • In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

3. Prepare the Salmon Fillets:

   • Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. This helps to remove excess moisture and allows the sauce to adhere better.

   • Place the salmon fillets in the prepared baking dish, spacing them evenly apart.

4. Apply the Garlic Butter Sauce:

   • Spoon the garlic butter sauce generously over each salmon fillet, ensuring that the tops and sides are well coated.

5. Bake the Salmon:

   • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The cooking time will vary slightly depending on the thickness of your salmon fillets.

6. Serve:

   • Remove the salmon from the oven and garnish with lemon slices. Serve immediately with your choice of side dishes.

 Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: Approximately 350 kcal

• Protein: 30 g

• Fat: 25 g

• Carbohydrates: 2 g

• Fiber: 0 g

• Sugar: 1 g

• Sodium: 500 mg