Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter Cream Sauce Made Easy

This Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter Cream Sauce is quick to make and impresses with its creamy, zesty allure.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Resting Time 10

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Marinade

3 tbsp Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice Bottled lemon juice can be used in a pinch.
2 tbsp Olive Oil Melted butter can be a rich substitute.
2 cloves Minced Garlic Clove Fresh garlic is recommended.
1 tbsp Old-Style Dijon Mustard Regular mustard can be used as a substitute.
1 tsp Salt Sea salt or kosher salt improves texture.
1 tsp Ground Black Pepper White pepper can be used for a milder taste.

For the Salmon

4 fillets (5 oz.) Skinless Salmon Fillets Ensure fillets are fresh.

For the Cream Sauce

4 tbsp Unsalted Butter A plant-based butter can be used for dairy-free options.
2 cloves Minced Garlic Cloves Use the same fresh garlic for consistency.
1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used for a dairy-free version.
2 tbsp Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice Optional for reinforcing lemon flavor.

For Garnish

2 tbsp Parsley Finely chopped; chives or dill can be used instead.
1 whole Lemon Slices For serving.

Equipment

Oven
baking dish
Saucepan
Medium bowl
whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease your baking dish with olive oil.
Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard in a bowl.
Place salmon fillets in the greased baking dish and coat with the marinade. Season with salt and pepper.
Bake salmon for 10–15 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork.
Melt butter in a saucepan over low-medium heat; add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle boil, then let simmer until slightly thickened.
Pour the cream sauce over the baked salmon, allowing it to rest for 5–10 minutes.
Garnish with parsley and lemon slices; serve with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 34gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Don’t overcrowd the dish to ensure even cooking. Salmon should flake easily when done. Let it rest before serving to lock in moisture.

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