Description
Indulge in this buttery baked salmon paired with vibrant broccolini—a quick, nutritious dish that promises comfort and flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 bunch broccolini
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the salmon fillets in a baking dish. Drizzle melted butter over them generously.
- Sprinkle minced garlic, salt, pepper, and fresh lemon juice over the salmon.
- Arrange the broccolini around the salmon fillets in the baking dish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is golden on top.
- Transfer to plates, drizzling any remaining butter from the pan over each serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with broccolini (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like dill or thyme. Substitute broccolini with asparagus or green beans based on preference. A splash of lemon juice before serving enhances freshness.