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Lemon Garlic Salmon

Tender, flavorful, and light, Lemon Garlic Salmon is perfectly seasoned with fresh lemon and garlic, then baked or pan-seared to juicy perfection. A quick, healthy, and delicious meal for lunch or dinner.

Prep 8 minCook 22 minTotal 30 minUpdated Jul 3, 202630 minHigh ProteinLow CarbGluten FreeKeto Friendly

Tender, flavorful, and light, Lemon Garlic Salmon is perfectly seasoned with fresh lemon and garlic, then baked or pan-seared to juicy perfection. A quick, healthy, and delicious meal for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Butter, unsalted
  • 1 piece(s) Garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp Lemon Pepper
  • 4 oz Fillet Salmon
  • 2.21 piece(s) Lemon

Instructions

  1. Season salmon fillets on both sides with lemon pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium high heat. Stir in garlic. Place salmon in pan.
  3. Cook for 10 minutes per inch of thickness, or until fish flakes when tested with a fork.
  4. Flip fillets halfway through cooking to brown on both sides. Sprinkle with lemon juice before serving.

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