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Baked Salmon with Amazing Lemon Sauce Recipe

Baked Salmon with Amazing Lemon Sauce Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Delight in the perfect pairing of tender baked salmon with a luxurious lemon sauce that elevates the dish to a new level of flavor. This easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress with its blend of savory and citrusy notes.


Ingredients

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Salmon:

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • lemon slices for baking

Lemon Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika. Top each fillet with a lemon slice. Bake for 12–15 minutes.
  2. Make Lemon Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté garlic. Add broth, lemon juice, zest, and Dijon mustard. Simmer, then stir in cream until smooth. Add parsley and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Serve: Drizzle lemon sauce over baked salmon and garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream instead of heavy cream.
  • The lemon sauce pairs well with vegetables or pasta too.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg