Best 7 Lemon Butter Sauce For Salmon Recipes

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Cooking salmon in lemon butter sauce is a classic and delicious way to enjoy this versatile fish. The bright acidity of the lemon pairs perfectly with the rich flavor of the salmon, while the butter adds a velvety smoothness and richness to the dish. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion entrée, lemon butter sauce for salmon is sure to impress.

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LEMON BUTTER SALMON



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This lip-smacking Lemon Butter Salmon from Karla Seville of Waynesboro, Pennsylvania makes for an easy, breezy supper to serve family or friends out on the patio some warm night. As an extra-special touch, you might add a 4-ounce package of salad shrimp to the remaining lemon butter, then spoon over the salmon before serving.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 cup butter, cubed
6 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
5 salmon fillets or steaks (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute garlic in butter; whisk in lemon juice, salt, pepper and pepper sauce. Transfer 2/3 cup to a serving bowl; set aside., Place salmon in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with remaining lemon butter. Broil 4-6 in. from heat 10-15 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve with reserved lemon butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479 calories, Fat 37g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 149mg cholesterol, Sodium 1177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein.

SALMON WITH GARLIC LEMON BUTTER SAUCE



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This Pan Seared Salmon with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce is one of the easiest tastiest dinners you can make! This salmon recipe requires minimal ingredients and it comes together so quickly.

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 (6 oz) skinless salmon fillets ((about 1-inch thick))
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves (, minced)
1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
3 Tbsp + 1 tsp unsalted butter (, diced into 1 Tbsp pieces)
1/2 tsp honey
2 Tbsp minced fresh parsley
Lemon slices for garnish ((optional))

Steps:

  • Remove salmon fillets from refrigerator and allow to rest at room temperature 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the garlic lemon butter sauce. In a small saucepan, melt 1 tsp butter over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and saute until lightly golden brown, about 1 - 2 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice.
  • Let sauce simmer until it has reduced by half (to about 3 Tbsp), about 3 minutes. Stir in butter and honey and whisk until combined, set sauce aside.
  • Dab both sides of salmon dry with paper towels, season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a (heavy) 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Once oil is shimmering add salmon and cook about 4 minutes on the first side until golden brown on bottom then flip and cook salmon on opposite side until salmon has cooked through, about 2 - 3 minutes longer.
  • Plate salmon (leaving oil in pan) and drizzle each serving generously with butter sauce, sprinkle with parsley and garnish with lemon slices if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 34 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 116 mg, Sodium 81 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

BAKED LEMON-BUTTER SALMON



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Easy and delicious lemon-butter salmon fillets. This is an old recipe I changed up a bit and doubled in order to feed a large group or family.

Provided by charbaiz

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Baked Salmon Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

vegetable oil cooking spray
8 (4 ounce) skinless salmon fillets
4 tablespoons salted butter
2 ½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a baking dish with cooking spray and place salmon fillets in the dish.
  • Place butter in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high in 30-second increments until melted, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Mix lemon juice, salt, and pepper into the melted butter; pour over the salmon.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, 12 to 18 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.2 calories, Carbohydrate 0.4 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 92.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

GARLIC LEMON BUTTER SALMON



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A quick baked salmon dish.

Provided by Jim M

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Baked Salmon Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup water
1 lemon, juiced
½ cup butter, cut into 16 pieces
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 (1 pound) salmon fillets
½ cup butter, cut into 8 pieces
1 clove garlic, minced
1 lemon, cut into 8 slices

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Combine water and lemon juice in a bowl.
  • Arrange the 16 smaller pieces of butter in 2 rows on a baking dish and top with garlic slices. Place salmon fillets over each row of butter and garlic.
  • Melt remaining sliced butter in a bowl with minced garlic, about 40 seconds. Spoon about half the melted butter-garlic mixture over salmon and top with lemon slices. Pour about half the lemon juice mixture into the baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Baste fillets with juices in the baking dish, then pour remaining butter and lemon juice over the fish. Continue baking until salmon is easily flaked with a fork, about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Cholesterol 148.7 mg, Fat 39.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 32.8 g, SaturatedFat 21.3 g, Sodium 281.5 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

GRILLED SALMON WITH LEMON-HERB BUTTER SAUCE



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Fresh salmon, tart lemon and herby dill are our favorite culinary harbingers of the arrival of spring. Celebrate your first grillout of the season with this light and fresh entrée and simple sauce for salmon, which is perfect for a celebratory dinner or just a simple family supper.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
1/4 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
6 tablespoons cold butter
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 lb. salmon fillets, cut into 4 pieces
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small saucepan, combine shallots, wine and 3 tablespoons lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cook 5 to 7 minutes or until mixture is reduced to about 2 to 3 tablespoons, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in cold butter 1 tablespoon at a time until each is well blended. Stir in dill, chives and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Cover to keep warm.
  • In small bowl, combine oil and 1 tablespoon lemon juice; mix well. Brush over salmon fillets. Sprinkle with salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • When grill is heated, place salmon, skin side up, on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches from medium coals. Cook 8 to 10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork, turning once and brushing occasionally with any remaining oil mixture. If necessary, reheat butter sauce over very low heat, stirring constantly. Serve salmon with butter sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1/4 of Recipe, Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 1 g

SALMON FILLETS AND LEMON BUTTER SAUCE



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This is a very quick and easy to prepare recipe. You can also bake the fillets, but in this recipe I fry the fillets. Still just as quick and tasty!

Provided by Leeka Loves Cooking

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 salmon fillets (About 1-inch thick)
1/4 cup butter
4 tablespoons lemon juice
salt
pepper
garlic powder
dried thyme
2 tablespoons oil (I like olive oil, but any oil will work)

Steps:

  • Season salmon fillets with salt, pepper, garlic powder and thyme. Turn salmon over and repeat. Using your hands, rub seasoning into salmon. Let marinate for a minimum of 10 minutes.
  • In medium non-stick skillet heat oil over medium to high heat.
  • Add salmon and cook for 4 minutes.
  • Gently turn salmon over and repeat.
  • While waiting for your salmon to cook, microwave butter until melted. Usually about 30-40 seconds.
  • Add lemon juice to melted butter and mix.
  • Remove salmon from pan and place on dish.
  • Spoon lemon butter sauce over the top of each salmon fillet.
  • Suggestion:.
  • Serve with warm rice and add a side of freshly steamed veggies such as fresh cut green beans and sliced almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 569, Fat 32.3, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 176.8, Sodium 339.9, Carbohydrate 1.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.4, Protein 65.4

SALMON WITH LEMON- BUTTER -CAPER SAUCE



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Make and share this Salmon With Lemon- Butter -Caper Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Babs in Toyland

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 lbs skinless salmon fillets
salt and pepper
2 medium shallots, chopped
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup white wine
1/2 cup butter, cut into cubes
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
2 tablespoons drained capers
1 tablespoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Line a baking sheet with foil; brush with olive oil.
  • Season both sides of the salmon filets with salt and pepper.
  • Bake until salmon flakes easily, about 20 - 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile in a heavy saucepan, simmer shallots, vinegar and wine until shallots are soft and very little liquid remains.
  • Add the butter and 2 tablespoons water, whisking constantly over high heat until the butter is melted and incorporated.
  • Stir in the parsley, capers and lemon zest.
  • Serve over the salmon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.5, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 11.9, Cholesterol 145.3, Sodium 392.5, Carbohydrate 1.5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 47

Tips:

  • Use fresh lemon juice: Fresh lemon juice has a brighter, more flavorful taste than bottled lemon juice. If you don't have fresh lemons, you can use bottled lemon juice, but be sure to add a little bit of lemon zest to brighten up the flavor.
  • Use unsalted butter: Unsalted butter allows you to control the amount of salt in the sauce. If you use salted butter, you may want to omit the additional salt called for in the recipe.
  • Don't overcook the sauce: Lemon butter sauce is best when it is cooked just until the butter is melted and the sauce is smooth. Overcooking the sauce can cause the butter to separate and the sauce to become greasy.
  • Serve the sauce immediately: Lemon butter sauce is best served immediately after it is made. If you need to make the sauce ahead of time, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the sauce over low heat until it is warmed through.

Conclusion:

Lemon butter sauce is a versatile and flavorful sauce that can be used to enhance a variety of dishes. It is especially popular with salmon, but it can also be used with other fish, chicken, or vegetables. The sauce is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and elegant sauce that will impress your family and friends.

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