Creamy Lemon-Dill Salmon with Asparagus

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Flaky baked salmon topped with a bright lemon-dill sauce, served alongside tender asparagus spears. This mediterranean-inspired seafood (low-carb) ready in about 33 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, bunch (12 oz), trimmed asparagus, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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.

★ 3.9 (11 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 18 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 410 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Place 1 bunch trimmed asparagus on a parchment-lined baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 12 minutes until crisp-tender.
  2. Step 2: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and 1/2 tsp lemon zest. Place salmon on top of roasted asparagus.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp dijon mustard, 2 tbsp chopped dill, 2 minced garlic cloves, and remaining lemon zest and juice.
  4. Step 4: Pour the cream mixture evenly over the salmon, then bake for 15-18 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and the sauce is bubbly.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Creamy Lemon-Dill Salmon with Asparagus take to make?

Total time is about 33 minutes (15 min prep + 18 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 Creamy Lemon-Dill Salmon with Asparagus?

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 Creamy Lemon-Dill Salmon with Asparagus?

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 Creamy Lemon-Dill Salmon with Asparagus 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 Creamy Lemon-Dill Salmon with Asparagus 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.

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