This dish is an absolute showstopper. What an explosion of flavor

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 F.

Step 2

Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, and lightly spray with nonstick spray.

Step 3

In a small pan over a medium-low heat, combine the butter, olive oil, garlic, onion powder, dried basil, dried parsley, paprika, cayenne and salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4

Stir the mixture until the butter has melted and everything is well-combined, then remove from the heat and add the lemon juice.

Step 5

Make 4-5 diagonal slits into the salmon fillet on the skin side.

Step 6

Place the salmon and the seasoning mixture into a large plastic bag, and allow to marinate at room temperature for about 15 minutes.

Step 7

Transfer the salmon and the seasoning mixture to the prepared baking sheet, and bake 10-15 minutes, or until crisp around the edges and perfectly flaky in the center.

Step 8

Allow to cool at least 2 minutes before serving.