Sear and Roast Salmon with Lemon and Dill
Salmon fillets with crisp skin, roasted with lemon slices and fresh dill for a bright, herbaceous finish. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets, olive oil, thinly sliced lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 2 (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1, thinly sliced lemon
- 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat salmon fillets dry and season both sides with 1/4 tsp sea salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4 minutes until skin is crisp and golden.
- Step 3: Remove skillet from heat, arrange lemon slices over salmon, and sprinkle with 1 tbsp fresh dill. Transfer to oven and roast for 10-12 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sear and Roast Salmon with Lemon and Dill take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 Sear and Roast Salmon with Lemon and Dill?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sear and Roast Salmon with Lemon and Dill?
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 Sear and Roast Salmon with Lemon and Dill for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Sear and Roast Salmon with Lemon and Dill?
Mediterranean 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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