One-Pan Lemon Dill Salmon

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Salmon fillets cooked with lemon and dill in a single pan for a healthy, flavorful dinner ready in under 30 minutes. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 25 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 380 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Place salmon skin-side down in skillet and cook undisturbed for 4 minutes until skin is crisp. Flip and cook 3 minutes more.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Squeeze juice from 1 lemon over salmon, sprinkle with 2 tbsp fresh dill and 1 tsp lemon zest. Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 5-7 minutes until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pan Lemon Dill Salmon take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 One-Pan Lemon Dill Salmon?

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 One-Pan Lemon Dill Salmon?

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 One-Pan Lemon Dill Salmon 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 One-Pan Lemon Dill Salmon?

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.

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