Lemon-Dill Salmon: A 15-Minute Gourmet Delight You’ll Love

Lemon-Dill Salmon is a vibrant dish that combines lemon's acidity with dill's fragrance, providing a quick and healthy meal option, brimming with omega-3s.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

4 fillets Salmon fillets Wild-caught varieties like sockeye are preferred.
2 tablespoons Olive oil Avocado oil can be used as a substitute.
3 tablespoons Fresh dill Can substitute tarragon or parsley if necessary.

For the Zesty Topping

1 tablespoon Lemon zest Lime zest can be an exciting alternative.
2 tablespoons Lemon juice Freshly squeezed is recommended for best flavor.
2 cloves Garlic Minced; can use garlic powder as an alternative.
to taste Salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
to taste Pepper Adjust according to taste.

Equipment

oven
Baking Sheet
Parchment paper
Mixing Bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the lined baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Zest a lemon and distribute the zest over each fillet, then add lemon juice, minced garlic, and fresh dill on top.
Roast the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
Once cooked, garnish with additional fresh dill and slices of fresh lemon before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Check the salmon at the 12-minute mark to avoid overcooking. Allow to rest for a moist and flavorful result. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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