Description
This Lemon Butter Fish Fillet recipe is a quick and flavorful way to prepare fish. The buttery lemon sauce enhances the natural taste of the fish, making it a delightful meal that is perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish Fillet:
- 4 fish fillets (salmon, tilapia, or cod)
Lemon Butter Sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- optional seasonings (garlic powder, paprika, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Season Fish: Place fish fillets on the prepared sheet. Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices like garlic powder or paprika.
- Prepare Lemon Butter Sauce: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and lemon juice until combined.
- Coat Fillets: Drizzle the lemon butter mixture evenly over the fillets.
- Bake: Bake for 12–15 minutes or until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Lemon Butter Fish Fillet, Fish Recipe, Lemon Fish, Seafood, Easy Dinner
