Dill and Lemon Baked Salmon (Printable)
Flaky salmon fillets baked with fresh dill, lemon zest, and garlic for a light and zesty main dish ready in under 30 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fish
01 - 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin on or off as preferred
→ Marinade & Seasonings
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped (plus extra for garnish)
03 - 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
07 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish
08 - Lemon slices
09 - Extra chopped dill
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray.
02 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and arrange skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the chopped dill, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
04 - Spoon or brush the dill-lemon mixture evenly over the top of each salmon fillet, ensuring full coverage.
05 - Arrange fresh lemon slices on top of the seasoned fillets if desired for presentation.
06 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until salmon is just opaque throughout and flakes easily when tested with a fork. Internal temperature should reach 145°F.
07 - Remove from oven, sprinkle with additional fresh dill, and serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The dill and lemon combo transforms salmon into something restaurant-worthy in under 30 minutes
- You probably have everything you need already, making it perfect for those what should I make for dinner moments
02 -
- Dont overcook the salmon, it'll continue cooking slightly after you pull it from the oven
- If you have extra time, marinate the fish in the dill mixture for 30 minutes before baking for even deeper flavor
03 -
- Room temperature salmon cooks more evenly, so let it sit out for 15 minutes before baking
- A squeeze of fresh lemon right before serving wakes up all the flavors