One-Pot Lemon-Dill Salmon with New Potatoes
Flaky salmon and buttery potatoes simmer in a bright lemon-dill sauce with fresh herbs. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 28 minutes pairs salmon fillets, new potatoes, olive oil 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.
Ingredients
- 1.2 lbs salmon fillets
- 12 oz new potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon
- 3 tbsp fresh dill
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut 1 lemon into wedges, then mince 2 garlic cloves. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Step 2: Season 1.2 lbs salmon fillets with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Sear salmon skin-side down for 4 minutes until crispy, then flip and cook 3 minutes more.
- Step 3: Add 12 oz halved new potatoes to the skillet, then pour in 1 cup chicken broth. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 3 tbsp fresh dill.
- Step 4: Simmer covered for 12 minutes until potatoes are tender and sauce thickens, stirring once. Squeeze 1 lemon's juice over salmon before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Lemon-Dill Salmon with New Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 28 minutes (10 min prep + 18 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-Pot Lemon-Dill Salmon with New Potatoes?
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 One-Pot Lemon-Dill Salmon with New Potatoes?
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-Pot Lemon-Dill Salmon with New Potatoes 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-Pot Lemon-Dill Salmon with New Potatoes?
American 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.
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