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Honey-Lime Garlic Butter Baked Salmon

Honey-Lime Garlic Butter Baked Salmon is a mouthwatering dish that combines sweet honey, zesty lime, and savory garlic butter to create an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for busy weeknights or special celebrations, this easy recipe features tender salmon fillets baked until flaky and drizzled with a luscious glaze. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a complete meal that will impress family and friends alike.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

  • Salmon fillets (fresh or frozen)
  • Honey
  • Fresh lime juice
  • Garlic (minced)
  • Unsalted butter
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; add garlic and sauté for one minute. Stir in honey and lime juice.
  3. Place salmon fillets in the baking dish, season with salt and pepper, then pour half of the sauce over them.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Serve drizzled with the reserved sauce.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Use salmon fillets of similar thickness for even cooking. Marinate the salmon in the sauce for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor. Add seasonal vegetables like asparagus or broccoli around the salmon while baking to create a complete meal.