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Baked Salmon

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A simple yet elegant baked salmon dish with honey and garlic, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Lemon wedges (for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix together honey, minced garlic, and melted butter.
  3. Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Brush the honey garlic butter mixture over the salmon.
  5. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Serve with lemon wedges for garnish.

Notes

For even cooking, let the salmon sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before baking. Consider marinating the salmon in the honey garlic mixture for 30 minutes for extra flavor.