Lemon & Basil Baked Salmon


How to make it:
Preheat oven to 375° F.

Whisk together melted butter, garlic, basil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Set aside. (If you're dairy-free, you can use ghee, avocado oil, or a vegan butter substitute in place of the butter.)

Place a large sheet of aluminum foil on a baking sheet. Layer a piece of parchment paper that is slightly smaller than the foil on top. This double-wrapping technique gives you the benefits of a good, metallic heat conductor while also creating a healthier barrier between the foil and your fish.

Pour half of the lemon-basil sauce over the fillets. Reserve the remaining sauce for later. Top each fillet with the lemon slices.

Close the paper and aluminum foil around fish to make a packet. Make sure there is some room for air ventilation. Bake for 10-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the filet.

Open the foil packet, pour remaining lemon-basil sauce over fillets. Return to oven under a low broil for 4-5 minutes. Make sure there is no parchment paper showing. Watch closely while broiling. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 mins.

Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Enjoy!

Salmon is one of the most nutritious foods on the planet. Its decedent, flakey meat is mild and compatible to any seasoning you choose to pair it with. This fish is swimming in butter, lemon and basil - a fabulous combination that's delicious and satisfying.

What you'll need:Serves 6
1 ¼ lbs. salmon filet, skin on
5 Tbsp butter, melted (or ghee)
1 clove garlic crushed
2 Tbsp basil finely chopped
2 Tbsp lemon juice
¾ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
5 lemon slices