Baked Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon

• 4 salmon fillets
• 4 tablespoons butter, melted
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix together melted butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.
3. Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.
4. Brush the lemon garlic butter mixture over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated.
5. Bake for 12-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon, until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
6. Serve hot, garnished with additional chopped parsley if desired.