Recipe: Baked Salmon with Lemon, Garlic, & Herb Crust

This herb-crusted baked salmon is inspired by My Natural Family. The salmon is delicious, light & flaky, and only takes 10 minutes to cook.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 3oz ghee or vegan butter

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 lemon, juiced & zested

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• 1 tsp fresh dill, chopped

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 4 4.5oz salmon fillets

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

2. Place all ingredients except for salmon in a small bowl & melt in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.

3. Stir until combined.

4. Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

5. Using a pastry brush, coat the salmon with the lemon herb butter, evenly spreading it over the top of each fillet.

6. Bake, uncovered, on the top or second rack for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through & flakes easily with a fork. (145°F)

7. Alternatively, the fish can be broiled on medium/high on the second to top rack for 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through. This method will give you a bit more crunch, caramelized crust. (Place it directly on the pan or use tin foil. Do not use parchment paper for this method.)

8. Serve & enjoy!