Broiled Salmon Recipe with Garlic Herb Butter
Broiled Salmon Recipe – This is by far the easiest and most flavorful way to cook restaurant-quality salmon at home. Tender, flaky salmon filets are broiled and brushed with garlic herb butter for delicious dinner in just 10 minutes!
Why We Love This Broiled Salmon Recipe (with Garlic Herb Butter!)
Wild caught salmon season is by far our favorite season. We love to prepare gorgeous pink salmon filets any number of ways – from grilled and roasted, to burger-ized and candied, and everything in between.
Today we’re sharing with you a terrifically simple and nearly fool-proof Broiled Salmon Recipe. The fish is seasoned and broiled for just a few minutes, then brushed with luscious garlic herb butter. Every bite is moist, flaky, and full of delicious flavor.
Seriously, this is by far our easiest salmon recipe to date. Try it as a quick and healthy dinner recipe any night of the week… We’re sure it’ll be your new go-to method of preparing a luxurious meal in only 10 minutes!
Ingredients You Need
For the Broiled Salmon Recipe you just need wild-caught salmon, olive oil (or your preferred high-heat cooking oil), plus salt and pepper.
To make the vibrant Garlic Herb Butter you need only 5 ingredients:
- Butter – melted
- Lemon juice – fresh squeezed
- Fresh parsley – chopped
- Fresh dill – chopped
- Garlic – minced
How To Broil Salmon in the Oven
First, turn the oven on to broil and set the top rack so that it’s about 6 inches from the top of the oven.
Prepare the salmon by cutting into 6 large or 8 small equal portions. Place onto a rimmed baking sheet, and gently pat the tops of each filet with a towel to remove any moisture.
Use a pastry brush to lightly coat each filet with oil, and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
Broil the salmon for 5 to 8 minutes, until lightly golden around the edges of each filet. It’s definitely better to slightly undercook than overcook the fish!
How to Make Garlic Herb Butter for Broiled Salmon
While the salmon filets broil in the oven, make the Garlic Herb Butter in just 3 simple steps:
- Chop the parsley and dill, and mince the garlic.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe mixing cup.
- Add the fresh herbs and lemon juice to the melted butter, and mix well.
Once the salmon comes out of the oven, brush the tops with a generous amount of the homemade Garlic Herb Butter.
Recipe Variations
We love the bright flavors from using chopped parsley and dill. However, you can definitely change up the seasonings to suite your tastes!
Swap the parsley and dill with fresh lemongrass, rosemary, tarragon, or even lemon zest. You can also use dried herbs and seasoning blends, like lemon pepper seasoning, in place of fresh herbs.
Serving Suggestions
The buttery, herb-y goodness of broiled salmon is delicious with any number of sides! Or include the fish in all kinds of dishes, like salads and bowls. Here are some of our favorite ways to serve cooked salmon:
- Vibrant veggie dishes – roasted lemon asparagus, low carb roasted cauliflower rice, or oven roasted broccoli
- Hearty starches – steamed rice, pasta, or sweet potatoes
- Fresh salads – roasted salmon detox bowl or simple salmon salad
Get the Complete (Printable!) Broiled Salmon Recipe + VIDEO Below. Enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
Cooked salmon goes from bright pink to very light pink and opaque. It will flake easily with a fork but should still be medium-rare in the center.
Yes, properly cooked salmon can be pink in the middle. The internal temperature of fish needs to reach at least 135 degrees to be safe to eat… So to be sure, I suggest using a meat thermometer to test the fish for doneness.
While this dish is best to enjoy when freshly prepared, leftovers will keep well for up to 3 days. Transfer cooled leftover salmon to a sealed container and store in the refrigerator.
Looking for More Easy Seafood Recipes? Be Sure To Also Try:
- Perfect Maryland Crab Cakes (Baked or Fried)
- Garlic Lime Oven Baked Salmon
- Baked White Fish with Everything Bagel Crust
- Pan Seared Scallops
- Roasted Snapper Recipe with Anchovy Butter and Herbs
Get the Complete (Printable!) Broiled Salmon Recipe + VIDEO Below. Enjoy!
Broiled Salmon Recipe with Garlic Herb Butter + VIDEO
Ingredients
- 1 ½ – 2 pounds wild caught salmon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon chopped dill
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Set the oven on broil and move the top rack down about 6 inches from the heat source. Cut the salmon fillet into individual portions. And place on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Brush olive oil over the top of each portion. Then salt and pepper generously.
- Broil for 5-8 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon. (It’s better to undercook the salmon a little, rather than overcook.)
- Meanwhile, mix the melted butter, lemon juice, parsley, dill, and garlic.
- Once the salmon comes out of the oven, brush the tops with the herb butter, then serve warm.
No broiler, will oven cooking for same length of time have same results. Looks delicious
Hi Noreen,
Try setting the oven to 450 degrees F. Then bake for 10-12 minutes depending on the thickness of the fillets.
This has become my new all time favorite salmon recipe, this will for sure become a regular recipe!