Buttered Salmon with Garlic and Feta Topping
Salmon baked in rich butter and topped with a creamy, garlicky feta mixture for a simple yet decadent high-protein, low-carb meal.
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
3 Tbsp butter or tallow (melted)
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
2 Tbsp heavy cream
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Lemon wedges, for serving
Macronutrients
(per serving, serves 4)
Protein: 48g
Fat: 38g
Carbs: 2g
Preparation
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter.
Pat salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Place salmon fillets in the baking dish and spoon the butter mixture evenly over the top.
In a separate bowl, combine feta cheese, heavy cream, and parsley (or dill). Mix until it forms a slightly creamy topping.
Spoon the feta mixture evenly over each salmon fillet.
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the topping is lightly golden.
Remove from the oven, spoon any extra melted butter from the pan over the top, and serve with lemon wedges.
Bench: 170