Seattle-Style Salmon with Lemon-Dill Glaze
Perfectly seared salmon fillets with a tangy lemon-dill glaze, served alongside roasted asparagus and quinoa for a healthy, restaurant-quality dinner. This pacific northwest-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs salmon fillets, lemon, fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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
- 1 large, juiced and zested lemon
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz, trimmed asparagus
- 1 cup, cooked quinoa
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Pat salmon fillets dry, then rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix lemon juice, lemon zest, 2 tbsp fresh dill, and remaining 1 tbsp olive oil for the glaze.
- Step 3: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until skin is crispy and salmon is medium-rare. Flip, spoon glaze over salmon, and cook 2-3 minutes more.
- Step 4: Toss asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Roast at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Serve salmon atop quinoa with asparagus, drizzling any remaining glaze from the pan over the salmon.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Seattle-Style Salmon with Lemon-Dill Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 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 Seattle-Style Salmon with Lemon-Dill Glaze?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Seattle-Style Salmon with Lemon-Dill Glaze?
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 Seattle-Style Salmon with Lemon-Dill Glaze 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 Seattle-Style Salmon with Lemon-Dill Glaze gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
