Rainier Salmon with Wild Herb Butter

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Fresh salmon fillets baked to flaky perfection, topped with a vibrant herb butter that captures the mountain meadow's freshness, served with seasonal roasted vegetables. This pacific northwest-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 ounce) salmon fillets, tablespoons olive oil, teaspoon salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 375 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Pacific Northwest cuisine 375 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on the sheet.
  2. Step 2: Brush 2 tablespoons olive oil over the salmon, then season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, mix 4 tablespoons softened butter with 2 tablespoons chopped dill, 1 tablespoon chopped chives, and 1 tablespoon chopped parsley until well combined.
  4. Step 4: Spread the herb butter mixture evenly over the top of each salmon fillet, then place 4 lemon wedges on top.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, with golden edges.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Rainier Salmon with Wild Herb Butter 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 Rainier Salmon with Wild Herb Butter?

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 ounce) salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Rainier Salmon with Wild Herb Butter?

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 Rainier Salmon with Wild Herb Butter 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 Rainier Salmon with Wild Herb Butter?

Pacific Northwest 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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