Sautéed Lemon Dill Salmon with Roasted Broccoli
Flaky salmon fillets pan-seared with lemon and dill, served alongside crispy roasted broccoli for a simple, nutrient-dense keto dinner. This mediterranean-inspired keto (low-carb, high-protein) ready in about 40 minutes pairs each Salmon fillets, Butter, zested and juiced Lemon 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
- 4, 6 oz each Salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1, zested and juiced Lemon
- 2 tbsp, chopped Fresh dill
- 12 oz Broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss broccoli florets with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Sauté salmon fillets skin-side down in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 4 minutes until golden. Flip, then add 2 tbsp butter, lemon zest, and 1 tbsp lemon juice to the skillet.
- Step 3: Cook salmon for 3-4 minutes more, basting with butter mixture until fish flakes easily. Remove salmon from skillet and keep warm.
- Step 4: Roast broccoli for 20-22 minutes until edges are crisp and tender. Return salmon to skillet, top with fresh dill, and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Lemon Dill Salmon with Roasted Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Sautéed Lemon Dill Salmon with Roasted Broccoli?
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 each salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Lemon Dill Salmon with Roasted Broccoli?
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 Sautéed Lemon Dill Salmon with Roasted Broccoli 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.
Is Sautéed Lemon Dill Salmon with Roasted Broccoli low-carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb, high-protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
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My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
