Description
Honey-Lime Garlic Butter Baked Salmon is a captivating dish that perfectly balances the rich flavor of salmon with a sweet and tangy glaze. This easy-to-prepare recipe takes only 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests at special occasions. The succulent salmon fillets are coated in a luscious marinade of honey, lime, and garlic that caramelizes beautifully in the oven, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Serve this elegant dish alongside fresh vegetables or grains for a nutritious meal that is sure to delight family and friends.
Ingredients
- Fresh salmon fillets
- Pure honey
- Fresh lime juice
- Minced garlic
- Unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Generously brush the marinade over each fillet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Drizzle any remaining marinade over the salmon before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Add lime zest to enhance flavor. Pair with steamed asparagus or quinoa for added nutrition. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.