Lemon-Dill Grilled Salmon with Asparagus
Perfectly seared salmon fillets with bright lemon-dill sauce, served alongside tender roasted asparagus. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets, olive oil, zested and juiced lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1, zested and juiced lemon
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 lb, trimmed asparagus
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F). Pat 4 salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then rub with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Grill salmon skin-side down for 6-7 minutes until skin is crisp, then flip and grill for 3-4 minutes until fish flakes easily.
- Step 3: While salmon cooks, toss 1 lb trimmed asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Roast on a sheet pan at 400°F for 12 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Drizzle over salmon immediately after plating.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Lemon-Dill Grilled Salmon with Asparagus 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 Lemon-Dill Grilled Salmon with 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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Dill Grilled Salmon with 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 Lemon-Dill Grilled Salmon with 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 Lemon-Dill Grilled Salmon with 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.
What others are saying
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My whole family loved this.
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Perfect seafood recipe for a weeknight dinner.
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Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
