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Garlic Butter Salmon and Broccoli Bake

Elina James
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Salmon and Broccoli
  • 4 salmon fillets (about 150 g / 5 oz each)
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley or Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
  • Chili flakes (optional, for heat)
  • For Garnish (Optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Lemon slices

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Preheat the Oven : Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.
  • Step 2: Prepare the Broccoli : Place broccoli florets in the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
  • Step 3: Add the Salmon :Place salmon fillets among the broccoli. Season salmon lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Step 4: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce : In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, paprika, and chili flakes.
  • Step 5: Bake :Pour garlic butter sauce evenly over salmon and broccoli. Bake uncovered for 18–22 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  • Step 6: Rest and Garnish : Let rest for 2–3 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices before serving.