Garlic Lovin Salmon

Meet your new favorite seafood dish: Garlic Lovin Salmon—a quick and flavorful recipe that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This mouthwatering dish features tender salmon fillets generously coated with a zesty marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and warming paprika. The pièce de résistance? A luxurious drizzle of garlic-infused butter, sautéed to golden perfection, that deepens the flavor with its aromatic richness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this oven-baked salmon is not only irresistibly juicy but also versatile, pairing beautifully with roasted vegetables, rice, or a simple green salad. Garnished with fresh parsley and served alongside tangy lemon wedges, Garlic Lovin Salmon is an effortless way to bring bold, restaurant-quality flavors to your table. Perfect for garlic enthusiasts and seafood lovers alike, this dish is bound to be a recurring favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 ounces each) salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
• 6 cloves garlic
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
• 4 pieces lemon wedges (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves finely and set aside.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, black pepper, and paprika to create a marinade.

Step 4

Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the marinade generously over each fillet, ensuring the tops and sides are fully coated.

Step 5

Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly golden (be careful not to burn the garlic).

Step 6

Spoon the garlic butter evenly over the marinated salmon fillets.

Step 7

Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Thicker fillets may need an additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the salmon from the oven and transfer to serving plates.

Step 9

Garnish each fillet with freshly chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of brightness.

Step 10

Enjoy your Garlic Lovin Salmon with your favorite side dishes such as roasted vegetables, a fresh green salad, or fluffy rice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	895.3 grams (895.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2105

Total Fat 155.00g	199%
Saturated Fat 41.70g	209%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 491mg	164%
Sodium 2779mg	121%
Total Carbohydrate 31.50g	11%
Dietary Fiber 3.10g	11%
Total Sugars 19.90g
Protein 152.20g	304%

Vitamin D 3579IU	17894%
Calcium 129mg	10%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 2774mg	59%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.5%

Protein: 28.6%

Carbs: 5.9%