Lemon Dill Salmon
Lemon Dill Salmon is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transforms any meal into a culinary celebration. The juicy salmon fillets are infused with zesty lemon and aromatic dill, creating a delightful harmony of flavors. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress your family and friends while being healthy and packed with omega-3s. Get ready to savor every bite as you bring this show-stopping dish to your table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried dill)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon slices for garnish
- Fresh dill sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and coat them generously with the marinade.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with lemon slices and fresh dill sprigs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 80mg