Dill-Infused Lemon Salmon with Roasted Asparagus

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Perfectly seared salmon fillets with bright lemon-dill sauce, paired with tender roasted asparagus for a simple yet elegant dinner. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 27 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, lemon, fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat salmon dry, then season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet with asparagus and garlic cloves. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and roast for 12 minutes until salmon is opaque and asparagus is tender-crisp.
  2. Step 2: While salmon roasts, whisk lemon juice from 1/2 lemon, 1 tbsp dill, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1/4 tsp salt to make a sauce.
  3. Step 3: Remove salmon from oven, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with remaining dill and lemon slices. Serve immediately with roasted asparagus.

Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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 Dill-Infused Lemon Salmon with Roasted 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 Dill-Infused Lemon Salmon with Roasted 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 Dill-Infused Lemon Salmon with Roasted 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.

What goes well with Dill-Infused Lemon Salmon with Roasted Asparagus?

American 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.

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