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Baked Salmon with Butter Comfort Food Dinner

Sometimes the simplest recipes are the most comforting, and this buttery baked salmon proves it! With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, you'll have an elegant, melt-in-your-mouth dinner that feels fancy but comes together faster than a pizza delivery. Perfect for those nights when you need something special without the fuss.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets 5 ounces each, skin-on or skinless
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Lemon slices for garnish
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each fillet.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  4. Brush the butter mixture generously over the top of each salmon fillet, making sure to distribute the garlic evenly.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F. The fish should be opaque and cooked through but still moist.
  6. Remove from oven and let rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh lemon slices and parsley before serving. Pairs beautifully with roasted asparagus or a simple green salad.