Serious Grilled Salmon with Dill
A show-stopping dish of perfectly seared salmon glazed with a herbaceous dill sauce that balances richness and brightness. This scandinavian-inspired grilling ready in about 25 minutes pairs Salmon fillets, Butter, Fresh dill 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, 6 oz each Salmon fillets
- 4 tbsp, softened Butter
- 2 tbsp, chopped Fresh dill
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat grill to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, mix butter, dill, lemon juice, garlic, 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread mixture evenly over salmon fillets.
- Step 2: Place salmon on grill, skin-side down. Cook for 12-15 minutes, basting with remaining olive oil every 5 minutes until skin is crispy and flesh is flaky.
- Step 3: Let rest 5 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges and herb garnish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Serious Grilled Salmon with 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 Serious Grilled Salmon with Dill?
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 Serious Grilled Salmon with 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 Serious Grilled Salmon with Dill 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 Serious Grilled Salmon with Dill?
Scandinavian grilling 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
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 15-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
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My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
