Description
This Citrus Herb Butter Salmon is a fresh, flavorful main dish that perfect for anytime you want a bright and delicious seafood dinner, with little effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (2-2 1/2 lb) salmon fillet, skin-on
- 5 tablespoons butter, melted
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and sliced
- 1 orange, zested and sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1–2 teaspoons paprika (optional for color)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Zest the orange and lemon, then slice.
- Place a few of the lemon and orange slices on a baking sheet (just enough to hold the salmon).
- Place the salmon skin-side down on top of the citrus.
- Season the salmon with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic, lemon zest, orange zest, and thyme.
- Pour the citrus herb butter mixture over the entire surface of the salmon.
- Layer the remaining lemon and orange slices across the top of the fillet.
- Bake for 18–25 minutes, depending on thickness, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes to lightly caramelize the citrus edges.
- Garnish with a touch more fresh thyme or parsley.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
- ENJOY!
Notes
- A whole 2–2½ lb salmon fillet cooks quickly. Keep an eye around the 18-minute mark.
- For the juiciest salmon, pull it once it reaches 125–130°F internally.
- If your salmon is very thick, you may need the full 25 minutes.
- Tent with foil if citrus slices begin browning too fast.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Meal Prep
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: Fish and Seafood