Description
A delightful blend of Cajun spices and creamy butter elevates the flavors of salmon in this quick and easy dish.
Ingredients
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- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add Cajun seasoning and minced garlic, stirring until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet and brush with the Cajun butter mixture. Squeeze lemon juice over, and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Choose fresh, high-quality salmon for best results. Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your spice tolerance.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg