Description
A simple, reliable, and healthy weeknight dinner featuring moist, tender salmon baked with lemon, dill, and garlic. This method ensures perfect results without the fuss of searing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each, wild-caught preferred)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large lemon (half juiced, half sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- Asparagus or broccoli (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, melted butter, minced garlic, dried dill, salt, and black pepper.
- Brush the mixture generously over the top of each salmon fillet.
- Place a thin slice of lemon on top of each fillet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pat the fish dry to ensure seasoning sticks and prevent steaming. Let the salmon sit out for 10-15 minutes before cooking to ensure even baking. Do not overcrowd the pan. If edges brown too quickly, tent with foil. Leftovers store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (6 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 25
Keywords: baked salmon, healthy dinner, weeknight meals, omega-3, gluten-free, keto-friendly, easy seafood, lemon dill salmon