Best Ever Lemon-Dill Salmon
Perfectly cooked salmon glazed with a bright lemon-dill sauce, served over a bed of wild rice. This scandinavian-inspired seafood ready in about 55 minutes pairs salmon fillets (6 oz each) salmon, lemons, zested and juiced lemon, fresh dill, chopped dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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 salmon fillets (6 oz each) salmon
- 2 lemons, zested and juiced lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped dill
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil olive oil
- 1 cup uncooked wild rice wild rice
- 3 cups water water
- 1 tsp salt salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, olive oil, salt, and 1 tbsp water.
- Step 2: Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet, brush with half the glaze, and bake for 15-18 minutes until flaky.
- Step 3: Cook wild rice according to package instructions, using 3 cups water and 1 tsp salt. Serve salmon over rice with remaining glaze drizzled on top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Best Ever Lemon-Dill Salmon take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (25 min prep + 30 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 Best Ever Lemon-Dill Salmon?
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 fresh dill, chopped dill from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Best Ever Lemon-Dill Salmon?
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 Best Ever Lemon-Dill Salmon 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.
What goes well with Best Ever Lemon-Dill Salmon?
Scandinavian 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to general dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
