Crispy Lemon-Dill Baked Salmon with Green Beans

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Salmon fillets with crispy skin, baked in lemon-dill butter sauce, served alongside perfectly roasted green beans. This american-inspired seafood (low-carb) ready in about 25 minutes pairs Salmon fillets, Olive oil, Unsalted butter 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 low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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.

★ 4.4 (10 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat salmon fillets dry, then rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Place salmon skin-side down in a baking dish. Roast for 12 minutes until skin is crisp and salmon is cooked through.
  3. Step 3: While salmon cooks, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 12 oz trimmed green beans and 2 minced garlic cloves, stirring for 3 minutes until beans are bright green.
  4. Step 4: Melt 2 tbsp butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, and 2 tbsp chopped dill, simmering for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Step 5: Remove salmon from oven, drizzle with lemon-dill sauce, and serve immediately with green beans.

Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Crispy Lemon-Dill Baked Salmon with Green Beans?

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 Crispy Lemon-Dill Baked 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 Crispy Lemon-Dill Baked 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.

Is Crispy Lemon-Dill Baked Salmon with Green Beans 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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