Salmon Roasted in Butter Super Easy Recipe – Quick Healthy Dinner Idea
This salmon roasted in butter recipe is the ultimate easy dinner! With just a few ingredients, you’ll have tender, flaky salmon infused with rich buttery flavor and fresh herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights, family meals, or when you want a quick yet elegant healthy dinner.
Equipment
- Baking dish or sheet pan
- Small saucepan (to melt butter)
- Knife + cutting board
- Oven
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (skin-on, ~6 oz each)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (or parsley/thyme)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Butter Base: Melt butter with olive oil and garlic in a small saucepan. Pour into baking dish.
- Arrange Salmon: Place fillets skin-side down. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add Lemon & Herbs: Top with lemon slices and sprinkle with fresh herbs.
- Roast: Bake for 12–15 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Rest & Serve: Let rest for 2 minutes, then garnish with extra herbs. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter to control seasoning.
- Don’t overcook—salmon should flake but remain moist.
- Swap herbs seasonally (rosemary in winter, basil in summer).
- Try miso butter or chili compound butter for creative twists.
- Sheet-pan version: roast salmon with veggies for a one-pan meal.