Fresh Hotel Lemon-Dill Salmon
Flaky salmon fillets baked with a zesty lemon-dill sauce, served with roasted asparagus. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (5 oz each) salmon fillets, (chopped) fresh dill, lemon juice 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (5 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp (chopped) fresh dill
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 12 oz (trimmed) asparagus
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 4 salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Spread the dill-lemon mixture evenly over salmon fillets, pressing gently to adhere.
- Step 4: Toss 12 oz trimmed asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper, then arrange around salmon on the baking sheet.
- Step 5: Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and asparagus is tender-crisp.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Fresh Hotel Lemon-Dill Salmon 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 Fresh Hotel Lemon-Dill Salmon?
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 (5 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Fresh Hotel Lemon-Dill Salmon?
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 Fresh Hotel Lemon-Dill Salmon 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 Fresh Hotel Lemon-Dill Salmon?
Mediterranean 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made exactly as written. Wouldn't change a thing.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
