Low-Oven Roasted Salmon with Citrus and Dill
Salmon fillets gently roasted at low temperature, infused with fresh dill and slices of lemon and orange for a delicate, moist finish. This mediterranean-inspired low carb ready in about 40 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin on salmon fillets, small, thinly sliced lemon, small, thinly sliced orange for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each), skin on salmon fillets
- 1 small, thinly sliced lemon
- 1 small, thinly sliced orange
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh dill
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 275°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place 4 skin-on salmon fillets spaced evenly.
- Step 2: Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil evenly over the salmon, then season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Scatter 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill over the fillets, then top each with alternating thin slices from 1 small lemon and 1 small orange.
- Step 4: Roast the salmon in the oven for 25-30 minutes, until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing the citrus and dill flavors to infuse.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Low-Oven Roasted Salmon with Citrus and Dill take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 Low-Oven Roasted Salmon with Citrus and Dill?
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 small, thinly sliced lemon from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Low-Oven Roasted Salmon with Citrus and Dill?
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 Low-Oven Roasted Salmon with Citrus and Dill 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 Low-Oven Roasted Salmon with Citrus and Dill?
Mediterranean low carb 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
- ★★★★★
This recipe is a keeper. The low oven made it foolproof.
- ★★★★★
So easy and flavorful. Will make again and again.
- ★★★★★
My family devoured this. Even the picky eaters loved the dill and lemon.