Dill-Glazed Salmon with Lemon and Asparagus

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-17 · Updated 2026-04-17

Salmon fillets seared to perfection and glazed with fresh dill and lemon, accompanied by tender asparagus for a restaurant-quality dinner. This Nordic-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, dill, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, 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

• 2 salmon fillets
• 2 tbsp dill
• 1 lemon
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup asparagus
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Season 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each) with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes until skin is crispy and golden.
2. Step 2: Flip salmon and add 2 tbsp chopped dill, 1 lemon (sliced), and 1/2 cup asparagus (trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces) to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until salmon is cooked through (internal temperature 145°F) and asparagus is tender.
3. Step 3: Drizzle with 1 tbsp lemon juice and serve immediately.