Name: 4-Ingredient BBQ Baked Salmon
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American

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April 29, 2025

5 Ingredients

EASY

No need to fire up the grill! This quick barbecue salmon can be made in the oven with only four ingredients. The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.

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4-Ingredient BBQ Baked Salmon

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Ingredients

Servings

WarningMilk and 5 other allergens identified

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Place the salmon fillets skin side down on the baking sheet, and gently pat with a paper towel.

Place butter in a small microwave safe bowl. Microwave on high until melted, about 20 seconds.

Stir the lemon juice into the butter. Add the barbecue sauce and stir well to combine.

Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the barbecue glaze down the center of each salmon fillet. Use the back of the spoon to evenly coat the fillets with glaze.

Bake the salmon on middle rack of oven until the glaze is caramelized and the flesh flakes easily with a fork, 12-15 minutes.

Check to see that salmon is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Squeeze fresh lemon juice over salmon and serve immediately. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Salmon Moisture Magic 💦
Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels before applying BBQ sauce to ensure maximum sauce adhesion and prevent steaming.
BBQ Sauce Layer Technique 🖌️
Apply BBQ sauce in thin, even layers to prevent burning and create a beautiful, caramelized exterior on the salmon.
Lemon Zest Boost 🍋
Grate fresh lemon zest over the salmon just before serving to add a bright, citrusy complexity that complements the BBQ sauce.
Butter Basting Trick 🧈
Melt the butter and brush it over the salmon halfway through baking to create a rich, glossy finish and prevent dryness.
Perfect Salmon Doneness 🐟
Check salmon for doneness by gently pressing the thickest part - it should flake easily and appear opaque, but still remain slightly translucent in the center.