Crisp Honey-Glazed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Vegetables
Pan-seared salmon with a golden honey glaze, served with roasted vegetables seasoned in fresh dill. This american-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 29 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, honey, thinly sliced lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1, thinly sliced lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups, sliced into 1/2-inch coins carrots
- 2 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds zucchini
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Whisk honey, 1 tbsp olive oil, and lemon slices in a small bowl. Spoon half over salmon, reserving the rest for vegetables.
- Step 3: Toss sliced carrots and zucchini with 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and 1 tbsp chopped dill. Spread around salmon on the baking sheet. Bake for 12-14 minutes until salmon flakes easily and vegetables are tender-crisp. Drizzle with reserved honey-lemon mixture before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Crisp Honey-Glazed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 29 minutes (15 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 Crisp Honey-Glazed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Vegetables?
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 Crisp Honey-Glazed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Vegetables?
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 Crisp Honey-Glazed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Vegetables 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 Crisp Honey-Glazed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Vegetables 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
A new favorite! The glaze on the salmon is divine, and the vegetables are fresh and flavorful. I'll be making this again this week.
- ★★★★★
Easy and delicious. The lemon-dill vegetables were the star of the meal, and the salmon was cooked to perfection.
- ★★★★★
This recipe turned out perfectly! The salmon was crispy and the honey glaze was just sweet enough. My family loved it.
