Baked Lemon-Dill Salmon with Green Beans

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Tender salmon fillets baked with fresh dill and lemon, served with perfectly crisp-tender green beans. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 24 minutes pairs salmon fillets, green beans, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, 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.

★ 4.3 (10 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 14 min Serves 2 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, then season with 1/8 tsp sea salt, 1/8 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder.
  3. Step 3: Toss green beans with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/8 tsp sea salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper on the same baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Squeeze 1/4 lemon over salmon and scatter 1 tbsp minced fresh dill and 2 lemon slices around the fish.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 12-14 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and green beans are tender-crisp.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with remaining dill and squeeze additional lemon juice before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Lemon-Dill Salmon with Green Beans take to make?

Total time is about 24 minutes (10 min prep + 14 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 Green Beans?

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 salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Lemon-Dill Salmon with Green Beans?

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 Green Beans for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.

What goes well with Baked Lemon-Dill Salmon with Green Beans?

American seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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