Low-Temperature Baked Salmon with Lemon-Dill

Name: Low-Temperature Baked Salmon with Lemon-Dill
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 2 (6 oz each) salmon fillets; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lemon; 2 tbsp fresh dill; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper

Salmon fillets baked slowly at a gentle heat to retain moisture, topped with a zesty lemon-dill glaze that enhances their natural flavor.

Cuisine: General

Category: Seafood

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

2 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lemon
2 tbsp fresh dill
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Pat salmon fillets dry and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 2: Drizzle each fillet with 1 tbsp olive oil, then season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
Step 3: Slice the lemon into thin rounds and arrange evenly over the salmon. Sprinkle 2 tbsp fresh dill over the top.
Step 4: Bake for 20 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork (internal temperature 125°F/52°C).
Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.