Lemon-Dill Salmon with Herb Roasted Potatoes

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Pan-seared salmon with a bright lemon-dill crust, paired with crispy rosemary potatoes. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 45 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, lemon, fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Dice potatoes into 3/4-inch cubes, toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp rosemary, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then spread on a baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Zest 1 lemon into a small bowl, then squeeze 1 tbsp juice. Mix zest, juice, 2 tbsp minced dill, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Pat salmon dry, rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, then press the lemon-dill mixture onto both sides.
  4. Step 4: Roast potatoes for 20 minutes until golden and crisp, then add garlic cloves to the pan and roast for 5 more minutes until garlic is soft.
  5. Step 5: Heat a skillet over medium-high, add salmon skin-side down, and cook for 4 minutes until skin is crisp. Flip and cook for 3-4 minutes more until opaque and flaky.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Lemon-Dill Salmon with Herb Roasted Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (20 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 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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?

Mediterranean 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.

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