Herb-Crusted Salmon with Dill Cream Sauce
Succulent salmon fillets encrusted with fresh herbs, served with a tangy dill cream sauce for a refined seafood dish. This Scandinavian-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, lemon, fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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 pcs (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1 medium lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh dill
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat salmon dry, then season with salt, pepper, and 1 tbsp lemon zest. Mix dill, 1 tbsp butter, and 1/4 cup flour to create a crust. Press crust onto both sides of salmon.
- Step 2: In a small saucepan, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, red pepper flakes, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Cook 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Step 3: Bake salmon for 12-15 minutes until cooked through. Serve with dill cream sauce and remaining lemon wedges.
