Description
This Baked Salmon with Creamy Lemon Garlic Sauce is a delightful and flavorful dish featuring tender salmon fillets topped with a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for an elegant dinner or a quick weeknight meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Salmon:
- 5 skinless salmon fillets (about 5 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- For the Creamy Lemon Garlic Sauce:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (optional)
- 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Lemon slices, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Position the rack in the center.
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, mix lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard until combined.
- Season the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets in a baking dish. Pour the marinade over the fillets, ensuring each one is evenly coated. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- Bake the Salmon: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Prepare the Sauce: While the salmon bakes, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 20 seconds. Pour in the heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil. Let it thicken slightly, then remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice (if using) and sprinkle with chopped parsley, seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Drizzle the lemon garlic sauce over the baked salmon. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy with sides like mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli, or roasted asparagus.
Notes
This dish pairs well with vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 115mg