Garlic Butter Oven-baked Salmon

The most flavorful Garlic Butter Baked Salmon that is tender, flaky and coated in a rich garlicky sauce with lemon and Dijon. This simple lighter recipe easily comes together in under 20 minutes!

You guys, this Garlic Butter Baked Salmon might be the easiest recipe you will ever make. Tender salmon coated in a rich lemon garlic butter sauce that comes together in under 20 minutes! The butter is infused with lemon, garlic, and a touch of Dijon mustard which not only adds flavor, but keeps the salmon moist and tender. Serve over rice with fresh veggies or your favorite side

You can easily make this garlic butter baked salmon in the air fryer by setting it to 400 degrees for 7 to 10 minutes, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Garnish with fresh parsley, extra lemon and enjoy!

What goes in

• 4 (6 ounces) salmon filets
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, plus extra lemon slices for topping
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• Garnish with fresh chopped parsley

How it comes together

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and let the salmon come to room temperature.
2. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and arrange salmon filets skin side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil sprayed with nonstick spray. Generously season with salt and pepper.
3. In a small bowl, melt butter and stir in minced garlic, lemon juice and Dijon mustard until all combined. Spoon or brush the mixture over top of each salmon filet so that each piece is completely covered. Top each filet with a slice of lemon.
4. Bake salmon for 12 to 15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!