Salmon with Basil Lime Butter Sauce Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets
• ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons butter, melted, unsalted, divided
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
• 1 clove of garlic, finely chopped
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• ¼ cup basil, dried or fresh, chopped

Instructions

1. In a med. bowl combine ½ cup of melted butter, lime zest, lime juice, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Whisk until thoroughly combined. Stir in basil. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over med, low heat. Season salmon with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Cook 5 to 7 minutes per side or until desired degree of doneness.
4. Brush each fillet with basil lime butter sauce.