Lemon Garlic Salmon

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Fresh salmon needs very little preparation. These salmon fillets are cooked in good, sweet butter with minced garlic, then sprinkled with a little lemon juice. If you'd like a little more kick and a fancy presentation, caramelize onions and serve them atop the cooked salmon.

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Roasted salmon fillet with zucchini and lemon wedge
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
2
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic

  • 1 teaspoon lemon pepper

  • 2 (4 ounce) fillets salmon

  • 1 lemon

Directions

  1. Season salmon fillets on both sides with lemon pepper.

  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat; stir in garlic. Place salmon in the skillet; cook for 10 minutes per inch of thickness, or until fish flakes when tested with a fork, flipping salmon halfway through to brown on both sides. Sprinkle with lemon juice before serving.

Roasted salmon fillet with zucchini and lemon wedge

France C

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

323 Calories
24g Fat
7g Carbs
23g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 323
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g 31%
Saturated Fat 10g 49%
Cholesterol 97mg 32%
Sodium 301mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate 7g 3%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 23g 47%
Vitamin C 47mg 52%
Calcium 56mg 4%
Iron 1mg 5%
Potassium 501mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.