Lemon-Dill Salmon with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
A bright, flavorful weeknight dinner featuring pan-seared salmon and sweet cherry tomatoes roasted to perfection with fresh dill. This mediterranean-inspired one pot ready in about 35 minutes pairs salmon fillets, cherry tomatoes, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 385 calories and feeds 1, 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
- 6 oz salmon fillets
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2, zested and juiced lemon
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 1 cup cherry tomatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Roast for 12-15 minutes until tomatoes burst and edges are slightly crisp.
- Step 2: While tomatoes roast, pat 6 oz salmon fillets dry. Season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp lemon zest. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tsp olive oil, and sear salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Step 3: Flip salmon, add 1 minced garlic clove and 1/2 tbsp lemon juice to the skillet, and cook for 3-4 more minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily. Remove salmon, stir 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill into the pan juices, and spoon over salmon. Serve immediately with roasted tomatoes.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Lemon-Dill Salmon with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 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 Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?
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 salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Dill Salmon with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?
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 Roasted Cherry Tomatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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 Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?
Mediterranean one pot 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
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
