Easy Baked Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce

Easy Baked Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce

4 servings
An easy to make weeknight meal with healthy, fresh and bright flavor.

Ingredients

  • 6 oz salmon filets)

    (we like costco salmon

    4
  • olive oil
    1 tbsp
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • lemon wedges for garnish if desired
  • greek yogurt
    ⅓ c
  • mayonnaise
    2 tbsp
  • dill)

    chopped if using fresh

    1 ½ tbsp
  • lemon juice
    2 tbsp
  • lemon zest
    1 tsp
  • granulated garlic
    1 tsp
  • salt and pepepr to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400 degrees farenheit.

  2. 2

    Place salmon on a foil lined baking tray. Drizzle top with olive oil, salt and pepper. Bake for 12-16 minutes depending on the thickness of salmon filet. Once internal temperature reaches about 135 degrees, remove from oven and let rest until 145 degrees internally (the safe cooking point of salmon).

  3. 3

    While salmon is baking, mix together dill sauce ingredients. Set aside.

  4. 4

    Once salmon is cooked to your liking, spoon dill sauce on top. Garnish with lemon wedge if desired and serve.

Easy Baked Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce

Easy Baked Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce

4 servings334 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a healthy, flavorful dinner that doesn't demand hours in the kitchen? This Easy Baked Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce delivers bright, fresh taste in a simple weeknight meal you'll love. It’s designed to bring maximum flavor with minimal effort, making it a perfect fit for busy evenings.

The beauty of this baked salmon recipe lies in its incredibly straightforward approach, paired with a vibrant lemon dill sauce that comes together in moments. This combination ensures a healthy, flavorful dish without any culinary acrobatics, allowing the quality of the salmon and the freshness of the sauce ingredients to shine.

You can expect a delicious salmon dinner where the rich flavor of the fish is beautifully complemented by a bright, creamy sauce. The zesty lemon, aromatic dill, and a hint of granulated garlic create a harmonious balance, resulting in a fresh and satisfying meal that feels both wholesome and indulgent. Each 6 oz salmon filet is a substantial, fulfilling portion, contributing to a truly delightful and nutritious experience.

The vibrant lemon dill sauce is incredibly versatile. You can easily adjust the dill quantity to your liking, whether you prefer the convenience of freeze-dried or the bright punch of fresh dill. For a subtle change, you might also swap a portion of the Greek yogurt for more mayonnaise for a richer texture, or vice versa for a lighter sauce. Don't skip the lemon zest for an extra pop of citrus brightness!

This Easy Baked Salmon is an ideal candidate for busy weeknights when you want something healthy, delicious, and quick. Serve it simply with a side of steamed green beans or roasted asparagus for a complete and elegant meal, and add a lemon wedge for an extra fresh squeeze.

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