Oven-Baked Salmon with Lemon and Dill
Tender salmon fillets baked with fresh lemon slices and dill for a light and refreshing main dish. This general-inspired seafood ready in about 23 minutes pairs fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillets, medium, thinly sliced lemon, chopped fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 2 fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1 medium, thinly sliced lemon
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each) skin-side down.
- Step 2: Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil evenly over the fillets, then season with 3/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Scatter 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill over the top and arrange thin slices from 1 medium lemon on the fillets.
- Step 4: Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, then serve immediately with lemon slices as garnish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Baked Salmon with Lemon and Dill take to make?
Total time is about 23 minutes (8 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 Oven-Baked 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 medium, thinly sliced lemon from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Baked 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 Oven-Baked Salmon with Lemon and Dill for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Oven-Baked Salmon with Lemon and Dill?
General 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.
