Garlic Butter Baked Salmon

Instructions

1. 1

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

2. 2

   Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in a baking dish lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the minced garlic and lemon juice until well combined.

4. 4

   Brush the garlic butter mixture evenly over the top of each salmon fillet.

5. 5

   Sprinkle the salt and black pepper evenly over the fillets.

6. 6

   Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.

7. 7

   Remove from the oven and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.

8. 8

   Serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh herbs or lemon slices.