Description
Succulent honey lime garlic butter salmon promises a delightful seafood experience with complex flavors. Pacific Northwest ingredients blend harmoniously, delivering a quick and elegant meal for discerning palates who love simple yet sophisticated cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz/170 g each)
- 4 tbsps unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsps honey
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lime
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for effortless cleanup.
- Salmon Preparation: Thoroughly dry salmon fillets with paper towels, eliminating all excess moisture, and season generously with salt and black pepper to amplify natural flavors.
- Sauce Creation: Whisk melted butter, minced garlic, honey, lime juice, and lime zest in a small bowl to develop a vibrant, aromatic sauce.
- Coating and Baking: Lavishly brush salmon fillets with the prepared sauce, ensuring complete coverage, then transfer to prepared baking sheet and roast for 15-18 minutes until fish easily flakes with a fork.
- Finishing Touch: Activate broiler for 2-3 minutes to achieve a golden-brown exterior, carefully monitoring to prevent charring, then remove from oven and rest briefly.
- Serving: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and accompany with lime wedges, presenting a visually appealing and flavor-packed dish ready to be enjoyed immediately.
Notes
- Moisture Matters: Pat salmon fillets completely dry to prevent steaming and ensure a perfectly caramelized exterior.
- Sauce Coating Technique: Brush sauce evenly, covering every surface of the salmon for maximum flavor penetration.
- Precise Cooking Time: Watch salmon closely during baking and broiling to avoid overcooking, which can make fish dry and tough.
- Herb Freshness Boost: Add chopped parsley just before serving to maintain vibrant color and release maximum aromatic oils.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg