Savory Baked Salmon with Lemon-Dill Butter

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Flaky salmon fillets baked with a zesty lemon-dill butter sauce, finished with fresh herbs for a restaurant-quality keto dinner. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 29 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, unsalted butter, thinly sliced 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.

★ 4.2 (9 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 14 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp fresh dill, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Divide the butter mixture evenly over each salmon fillet, then top with 4 lemon slices per fillet.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 12-14 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 3 minutes before serving with extra lemon wedges.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Savory Baked Salmon with Lemon-Dill Butter take to make?

Total time is about 29 minutes (15 min prep + 14 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 Savory Baked 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Savory Baked 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 Savory Baked 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 Savory Baked Salmon with Lemon-Dill Butter?

American 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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