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Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter Cream Sauce

Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter Cream Sauce Made Easy

This Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter Cream Sauce is a quick and elegant dish that's perfect for satisfying cravings and impressing guests.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 261
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 3 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice Use bottled lemon juice in a pinch
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic Adjust quantity based on preference
  • 1 tablespoon Old-style Dijon mustard Can use yellow mustard as an alternative
  • 4 fillets Skinless salmon Approximately 5 oz. each; other fish like mahi-mahi can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper Adjust based on heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For the Cream Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter Using salted butter can alter the final taste
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic (for sauce) Can use garlic powder if necessary
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Can substitute with coconut cream for a lighter sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley, finely chopped Other herbs like dill can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper (for sauce) Adjust to taste
  • 4 slices Lemon For serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet or Baking Dish
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Ensure the oven rack is positioned in the center.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard.
  3. Place the skinless salmon fillets into a large skillet or baking dish. Pour the prepared marinade over the fish and rub it into the salmon, then season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
  4. Slide the marinated salmon into the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until they flake easily with a fork.
  5. While the salmon is baking, melt unsalted butter in a saucepan over low to medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds.
  6. Pour in heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring often, and simmer for about 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Remove the sauce from heat and stir in 1-2 tablespoons of lemon juice, finely chopped parsley and additional ground black pepper to taste.
  8. Once the salmon is fully baked, pour the creamy lemon butter sauce over the top and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.
  9. Serve garnished with lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 261kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 23gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice. Monitor the salmon closely to avoid overcooking.

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