Lemon-Dill Salmon with Herb-Roasted Potatoes
Perfectly pan-seared salmon fillets with a bright lemon-dill crust, accompanied by golden roasted potatoes seasoned with fresh herbs for a simple yet elegant dinner. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 40 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, zested and juiced lemon, fresh, chopped dill 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) salmon fillets
- 1, zested and juiced lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh, chopped dill
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 lbs, cubed potatoes
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp, chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) dry with paper towels. Mix 1 lemon zested and juiced, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper in a small bowl.
- Step 2: Rub the herb mixture evenly over both sides of each salmon fillet. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Step 3: Toss 1.5 lbs cubed potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast at 425°F (220°C) for 25 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Step 4: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon skin-side down and cook for 4 minutes until skin is crispy. Flip and cook for 3 more minutes until opaque and flaky.
- Step 5: Serve salmon atop roasted potatoes, drizzling with any pan juices from the salmon. Garnish with extra dill if desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Lemon-Dill Salmon with Herb-Roasted Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Herb-Roasted Potatoes?
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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Dill Salmon with Herb-Roasted Potatoes?
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 Herb-Roasted Potatoes 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 Salmon with Herb-Roasted Potatoes?
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
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 25-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
