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Honey-Lime Garlic Butter Baked Salmon

Sweet and Savory Honey-Lime Garlic Butter Baked Salmon Recipe

Discover the delicious Honey-Lime Garlic Butter Baked Salmon, a quick and healthy dish that delights the senses.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon fresh for maximum deliciousness
  • 4 tablespoons Butter unsalted preferred
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Honey can substitute with maple syrup
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh minced
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh preferred
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes for heat
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha for more spice

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Medium Bowl
  • whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine honey, lime juice, minced garlic, and melted butter to create the sauce.
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place salmon fillets skin-side down.
  4. Drizzle the sauce over the salmon, reserving some for later.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes until flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Serve and garnish with reserved sauce and optional parsley/lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and monitor cooking time to avoid dryness.

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