Pan-Seared Lemon Dill Salmon with Roasted Asparagus

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Tender salmon fillets seared to perfection and served with bright lemon-dill sauce and crisp roasted asparagus. This general-inspired seafood ready in about 27 minutes pairs salmon fillets, medium 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 1, 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.

★ 4.6 (10 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 1 General cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Trim woody ends from 8 oz asparagus and toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 12-15 minutes until tender-crisp.
  2. Step 2: Pat 6 oz salmon fillets dry and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Place salmon skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for 2 more minutes until opaque.
  4. Step 4: Squeeze juice from 1 medium lemon over the salmon, then sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill. Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes before serving with roasted asparagus.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Lemon Dill Salmon with Roasted Asparagus take to make?

Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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 Pan-Seared Lemon Dill Salmon with Roasted Asparagus?

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 Pan-Seared Lemon Dill Salmon with Roasted Asparagus?

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 Pan-Seared Lemon Dill Salmon with Roasted Asparagus for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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 Pan-Seared Lemon Dill Salmon with Roasted Asparagus?

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.

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