One-Pan Salmon with Lemon and Dill
Pan-seared salmon fillets with crisp skin, bright lemon, and fresh dill, paired with tender asparagus spears. This american-inspired quick meals ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) Salmon fillets, bunch Asparagus, Olive oil 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) Salmon fillets
- 1 bunch Asparagus
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 Lemon
- 2 tbsp Fresh dill
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Place the 4 (6 oz each) skin-on salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet, season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, and cook for 4 minutes until skin is golden and crispy.
- Step 3: Flip the salmon, add the 1 bunch trimmed and cut into 2-inch asparagus pieces, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill to the skillet.
- Step 4: Squeeze juice from 1/2 lemon over the top, transfer skillet to a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven, and bake for 10-12 minutes until salmon is cooked through and asparagus is tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Squeeze remaining lemon wedges over salmon and garnish with extra dill.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Salmon with Lemon and Dill take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Salmon with Lemon 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Salmon with Lemon 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 One-Pan Salmon with Lemon 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 One-Pan Salmon with Lemon and Dill?
American quick meals 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
- ★★★★★
Loved it! The dill and lemon complemented the salmon perfectly.
- ★★★★★
The best one-pan meal I've tried. Easy cleanup and so flavorful.
- ★★★★★
So simple and delicious! I'll be making this every week.
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