Lemon-Dill Salmon with Garlic Butter

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Pan-seared salmon fillets topped with a bright lemon-dill butter sauce and steamed broccoli for a quick keto dinner. This american-inspired seafood (low-carb) ready in about 30 minutes pairs (about 6 oz each) salmon fillets, olive oil, unsalted butter 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season salmon fillets with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add salmon skin-side down and cook 4-5 minutes until skin is golden and crisp, then flip and cook 3-4 minutes more until cooked through.
  2. Step 2: Remove salmon and set aside. Add 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet, then add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 2 tbsp butter, 1 tbsp chopped dill, lemon zest, and lemon juice until butter melts and sauce thickens slightly.
  3. Step 3: Return salmon to skillet, spooning sauce over top. Steam 1 lb broccoli florets for 5-6 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Serve salmon with sauce and steamed broccoli.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Lemon-Dill Salmon with Garlic Butter take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Salmon with Garlic Butter?

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 Salmon with Garlic Butter?

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 Salmon with Garlic Butter 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.

Is Lemon-Dill Salmon with Garlic Butter low-carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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