Ingredients
Salmon
- 1 1/2 pounds salmon of choice
Parmesan Garlic Herb Butter Mixture
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare a baking sheet by placing a large piece of foil on it, large enough to fold up around the salmon.
- Make the butter mixture: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and chopped fresh parsley. Mix well to create a flavorful herb butter.
- Prepare the salmon: Place the salmon skin-side down on the foil. Gather the edges of the foil up around the salmon without completely sealing it, allowing some steam to escape.
- Spread the mixture: Evenly spread the prepared parmesan garlic herb butter mixture on top of the salmon to coat it thoroughly with flavor.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the salmon for 10-12 minutes or until the salmon is firm and cooked through.
- Broil for browning: Switch the oven to broil and broil the salmon for the last 1-2 minutes to brown the topping to a golden finish.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the salmon from the oven, garnish with additional chopped parsley and parmesan cheese if desired, and serve immediately while hot and flaky.
Notes
- Updated on April 26, 2024
- Originally posted on October 12, 2015
- For best results, use fresh salmon fillets and ensure the butter is softened before mixing for easy spreading.
- Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the salmon fillets.
- This dish pairs excellently with steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
