We all know salmon is really healthy and delicious, and with this super easy recipe you can't go wrong! Try this tasty baked salmon with lemon and butter which is low carb and dairy free!
Just picture salmon served with butter for a delightful lunch and see how the whole family runs for the table with this simple yet flavroful lunch option!
And did we mention is keto friendly?
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Grease a large baking dish with olive oil. Place the salmon, with the skin-side down, in the prepared baking dish. Generously season with salt and pepper.
Slice the lemon thinly and place on top of the salmon. Cover with half of the butter in thin slices.
Bake on middle rack for about 20–30 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Heat the rest of the butter in a small sauce pan until it starts to bubble. Remove from heat and let cool a little. Gently add some lemon juice.
Serve with lemon butter and a side dish of your choice.
Ingredients
Directions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Grease a large baking dish with olive oil. Place the salmon, with the skin-side down, in the prepared baking dish. Generously season with salt and pepper.
Slice the lemon thinly and place on top of the salmon. Cover with half of the butter in thin slices.
Bake on middle rack for about 20–30 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Heat the rest of the butter in a small sauce pan until it starts to bubble. Remove from heat and let cool a little. Gently add some lemon juice.
Serve with lemon butter and a side dish of your choice.
