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Honey-Lime Garlic Butter Baked Salmon with Fresh Lime Sauce: An Incredible 5-Star Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
This flavorful baked salmon combines honey, lime, and garlic for a deliciously tender and juicy dish, perfect for a special dinner.

Ingredients

Salmon

  • 4 pieces salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 lime zest of lime
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Fresh lime slices
  • optional Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Mix honey, lime juice, garlic, and lime zest; brush over salmon fillets.
  • Place salmon on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until cooked through.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the lime sauce by combining remaining honey and lime juice.
  • Serve salmon garnished with lime slices and cilantro, drizzled with fresh lime sauce.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the salmon in the honey-lime mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: fusion
Keyword: Salmon