Herb-Crusted Salmon with Dill Cream
Perfectly cooked salmon fillets topped with a creamy dill sauce, encrusted with fresh herbs for a burst of flavor. This Scandinavian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs salmon fillet, dill, lemon 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 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 pcs (6 oz each) salmon fillet
- 1/4 cup dill
- 1 medium lemon
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup parsley
- 1/4 cup chives
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat 2 salmon fillets dry and season with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Arrange on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tbsp finely chopped dill, and 1 tbsp finely chopped parsley. Set aside.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine 1/4 cup chopped chives, 1/4 cup chopped parsley, and 1 tbsp lemon zest. Press this herb mixture onto the salmon fillets, ensuring even coverage.
- Step 4: Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily. Remove from oven and top with the dill-cream mixture.
- Step 5: Garnish with additional lemon slices and fresh chives before serving.
