Baked Salmon with Lemon-Dill Sauce

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Flaky baked salmon fillets under a bright lemon-and-dill herb sauce. This mediterranean-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 24 minutes pairs Salmon fillets, Olive oil, Lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 14 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 2 salmon fillets dry, rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Place salmon skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet; top with 1 tbsp lemon juice and 1 minced garlic clove.
  3. Step 3: Bake for 12-14 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork, then remove from oven and let rest for 3 minutes.
  4. Step 4: While salmon cooks, finely chop 2 tbsp fresh dill. In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, and 2 tbsp chopped dill; season with a pinch of salt.
  5. Step 5: Spoon sauce over salmon, ensuring every piece gets a generous drizzle. Serve immediately with steamed asparagus for a perfect Prime Video meal.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Salmon with Lemon-Dill Sauce 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 Salmon with Lemon-Dill Sauce?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

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

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 Salmon with Lemon-Dill Sauce 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.

Is Baked Salmon with Lemon-Dill Sauce gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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