Baked Lemon-Dill Salmon with Garlic-Herb Butter
Flaky salmon fillets baked with a zesty lemon-garlic herb sauce and a rich butter finish, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. This seafood-inspired one pot (low carb) ready in about 28 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, thinly sliced lemon, finely chopped fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1, thinly sliced lemon
- 3 tbsp, finely chopped fresh dill
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Top each with 1 lemon slice, 1/2 tbsp dill, and 1/4 tsp salt and pepper.
- Step 2: Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Remove garlic oil from heat and stir in 2 tbsp butter until melted. Pour half the mixture over salmon fillets, then dot remaining butter mixture over the top. Bake for 12-14 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Lemon-Dill Salmon with Garlic-Herb Butter take to make?
Total time is about 28 minutes (15 min prep + 13 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baked Lemon-Dill Salmon with Garlic-Herb Butter?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Lemon-Dill Salmon with Garlic-Herb Butter?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Lemon-Dill Salmon with Garlic-Herb Butter for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Baked Lemon-Dill Salmon with Garlic-Herb Butter low carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
