How to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon - A Step-by-Step Guide

Salmon is a versatile and healthy fish that is a favorite among seafood lovers. Its delicate yet firm texture makes it perfect for a wide variety of cooking methods, and its rich, buttery flavor can be enhanced by a wide range of seasonings and marinades. One of the most popular ways to prepare salmon is by baking or grilling it, and one of the most delicious flavor combinations to pair with salmon is lemon and garlic.

This Lemon Garlic Salmon recipe takes advantage of the bright, ze...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon lemon pepper
  • 2 (4 ounce) fillets salmon
  • 1 lemon

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 2

  • Season salmon fillets on both sides with lemon pepper.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat; stir in garlic. Place salmon in the skillet; cook for 10 minutes per inch of thickness, or until fish flakes when tested with a fork, flipping salmon halfway through to brown on both sides. Sprinkle with lemon juice before serving.
  • Nutrition

    323 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 97mg
    • Sodium: 301mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 47mg
    • Calcium: 56mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 501mg