Baked Salmon with Lemon and Dill
A delicious and healthy salmon dish, baked with fresh lemon and dill for a flavorful meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds salmon Fresh salmon fillet
- 2 medium lemons For juicing and slicing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For drizzling over the salmon
- 3 cloves garlic (minced) Adds flavor
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt For seasoning
- 3 tablespoons fresh chopped dill (divided) Use fresh for best flavor
- fresh ground pepper To taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a sheet pan with foil and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
- Place the salmon on the prepared sheet pan.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the salmon and rub it to coat evenly.
- Spread the minced garlic on top of the salmon evenly.
- Sprinkle the salmon with kosher salt, fresh ground pepper, and half of the chopped dill.
- Slice the lemons thinly and place the slices on top of the salmon.
- Fold the foil up around the salmon to create a pouch, sealing it tightly.
Cooking
- Bake the salmon in the oven for about 15 minutes.
- After 15 minutes, carefully open the pouch and fold the foil back over the edges of the sheet pan.
- Move the lemon slices off of the salmon and place them around the sides.
- Switch your oven setting to broil and return the salmon to the oven.
- Broil for about 3 minutes, until the top starts to brown and the edges become crispy.
- Remove from the oven and top with the remaining fresh dill. Serve immediately.
Notes
Best served fresh. Enjoy with steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad. For extra flavor, squeeze more lemon juice before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 550mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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