_Sips coffee_ Ladies and gentlemen, let me tell you about a dish that’ll make your family think you secretly enrolled in culinary school! This Garlic Butter Herb-Crusted Salmon with Roasted Vegetables is about to become your new go-to dinner that screams “I’ve got my life together” (even if you totally don’t 😉).
Trust me, as someone who’s burned more than her fair share of toast, this recipe is actually foolproof. Plus, it looks so Instagram-worthy that your friends will be begging for the recipe. Let’s get cooking, shall we?
What You’ll Need:
– 4 salmon fillets (because leftovers are a girl’s best friend)
– 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
– 4 cloves garlic, minced (vampires, stay away!)
– 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (I use thyme, rosemary, and parsley)
– 2 cups cherry tomatoes
– 1 pound asparagus
– 2 lemons
– Salt and pepper to taste
– A glass of wine (for the chef, obviously 💁♀️)
Okay, here’s where the magic happens:
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (like your ex’s personality – burning hot and unnecessary 😂)
1. Mix the softened butter with minced garlic and chopped herbs. This is your flavor bomb!
1. Pat those salmon fillets dry (nobody likes a wet fish), and season with salt and pepper.
1. Spread that gorgeous garlic herb butter all over the salmon. Don’t be shy – we’re not counting calories today!
1. On a large baking sheet, arrange your asparagus and tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
1. Place the salmon fillets on top of the vegetables and squeeze one lemon over everything.
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1. Pop that beautiful arrangement into the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily.
1. While it’s cooking, pour yourself that glass of wine – you deserve it!
The final result? A perfectly cooked, butter-kissed salmon with roasted vegetables that’ll make your dining room feel like a 5-star restaurant. The herbs create this incredible crust that’s _chef’s kiss_ perfection!
Pro tip: Serve with extra lemon wedges and maybe some crusty bread to soak up all that amazing garlic butter sauce. Because letting that sauce go to waste would be a crime against humanity!
Y’all, I can’t even tell you how many times this recipe has saved my dinner parties. It’s my “I want to impress but don’t want to stress” go-to meal. And the best part? It looks like you spent hours in the kitchen, when really you were just catching up on your favorite show while it baked (your secret’s safe with me 😉).
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Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a date with these leftovers and my favorite Netflix show. Happy cooking, darlings! 💋
