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Baked Salmon with Dill Sauce
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TASTE SCORE
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Perfectly flaky baked salmon with a bright, creamy dill sauce. This simple yet elegant dish is ready in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner.
SERVINGS
4
INGREDIENTS
For 4 servings
NUTRITION · PER SERVING
441
441
CALORIES · 150 G
Protein36g · 33%
Carbs4g · 4%
Fat30g · 61%
Fiber1g
Sodium548mg
Potassium670mg
Phosphorus452mg
INSTRUCTIONS
5 steps.
5 STEPS
- 1
Step 1
- a.Preheat the oven and prepare the baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- 2
Step 2
- a.Season the salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the fillets. Season with 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper. Arrange 1-2 lemon slices on top of each fillet.
- 3
Bake the salmon: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven
- a.Bake for 12-15 minutes. The cooking time will depend on the thickness of your fillets. The salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork or reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- 4
Step 4
- a.Prepare the creamy dill sauce: While the salmon is baking, combine the Greek yogurt, chopped fresh dill, juice from half a lemon (about 2 tbsp), minced garlic, remaining 0.25 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp pepper in a small bowl. Mix well until everything is smooth and combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- 5
Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven
- a.Serve the warm baked salmon immediately, with the creamy dill sauce on the side or drizzled over the top.
PRO TIPS
What to keep in mind.
5 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Don't overbake the salmon! It can go from perfectly flaky to dry very quickly. Check it at the 12-minute mark.
- 2Patting the salmon dry with a paper towel before seasoning is a crucial step for getting a slightly crisped exterior.
- 3For extra flavor, you can add a minced garlic clove or some thinly sliced red onion on top of the salmon before baking.
- 4The dill sauce can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This allows the flavors to meld.
- 5This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted asparagus, steamed green beans, or a fresh cucumber salad.
RECIPE VARIATIONS
Adapt it for your goals.
dairy free
Dairy free
Use a plain, unsweetened dairy-free yogurt (like coconut or almond-based) for the sauce. A tablespoon of dairy-free mayonnaise can add extra creaminess.
spicySpicy
Add 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the salmon seasoning for a little kick of heat.
quickQuick
For even faster cooking, use an air fryer. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 7-9 minutes, until cooked through.
healthyHealthy
Serve with a side of steamed quinoa and broccoli instead of potatoes for a lower-carb, high-fiber meal.
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