Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2.Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.

3.Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.

4.Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through and flaky.

5.While the salmon is baking, cook the rice according to package instructions.

6.In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

7.Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

8.Stir in the lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.

9.Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes, until slightly thickened.

10.Remove the salmon from the oven and drizzle with the lemon butter sauce.

11.Serve the baked salmon with the cooked rice and additional lemon butter sauce on the side.