Sautéed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Butter
Flaky salmon fillets topped with a bright lemon-dill butter sauce, paired with roasted broccoli for a nutrient-packed keto meal. This mediterranean-inspired keto ready in about 30 minutes pairs (5 oz each) salmon fillets, avocado oil, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 (5 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1, zested and juiced (1 tbsp) lemon
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss broccoli florets with 1 tsp avocado oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Roast for 15-18 minutes until tender-crisp and slightly charred.
- Step 2: Pat salmon dry and season with remaining 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Step 3: Sear salmon skin-side down for 4 minutes until crisp, then flip and cook for 3 more minutes. Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 5 minutes until cooked through.
- Step 4: While salmon cooks, melt 3 tbsp butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add lemon zest and juice, then stir in 2 tbsp fresh dill.
- Step 5: Remove salmon from skillet, pour lemon-dill butter sauce over top, and serve immediately with roasted broccoli.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Butter take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Salmon with Lemon-Dill 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 (5 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Salmon with Lemon-Dill 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 Sautéed Salmon with Lemon-Dill 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 Sautéed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Butter?
Mediterranean keto 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
