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If you're searching for a simple yet elegant dish that can impress at dinner parties or delight your family on a busy weeknight, look no further than Easy Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter Cream Sauce. This recipe combines the rich, buttery flavor of salmon with a zesty lemon cream sauce that elevates the dish to gourmet status without requiring culinary expertise.

Easy Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter Cream Sauce – Ready in 20 Minutes!

Discover the deliciousness of Easy Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter Cream Sauce! This recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a quick weeknight dinner. With its rich buttery salmon and zesty lemon sauce, you'll indulge in flavors that are both gourmet and health-conscious. Packed with omega-3s and essential nutrients, this dish is a nutritious addition to any meal plan. Get cooking and elevate your dinner game tonight! #BakedSalmon #HealthyRecipes #EasyDinner #SalmonRecipe #CookingAtHome
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Ingredients
  

4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon garlic, minced

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick)

Zest of 1 lemon

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)

Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

    Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.

      Bake the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets on a lined baking tray. Drizzle them with olive oil and place them in the oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.

        Make the Lemon Butter Cream Sauce: While the salmon is baking, heat a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the butter and let it melt. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

          Add Cream and Lemon: Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously. Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for about 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.

            Finish with Parsley: Stir in the chopped parsley just before serving.

              Serve: Once the salmon is done, remove it from the oven and plate it. Drizzle the lemon butter cream sauce over the salmon. Garnish with additional parsley and lemon slices.

                Prep Time, Total Time, Servings

                  10 minutes | 20 minutes | 4 servings