Steamed Scottish Salmon with Dill and Lemon Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

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Lightly steamed Scottish salmon fillets topped with a bright lemon butter sauce infused with fresh dill. This British-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs Scottish salmon fillets, sea salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 British cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 fillets (6 oz each) Scottish salmon fillets
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
4 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
4 cups water (for steaming)

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Instructions

Step 1: Season 4 Scottish salmon fillets with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides and set aside.
Step 2: Fill a large pot with 4 cups water and bring to a simmer. Place a steaming basket over the water, ensuring it doesn't touch the water.
Step 3: Arrange the salmon fillets in the steaming basket, cover, and steam over simmering water for 8-10 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Step 4: Meanwhile, melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill. Keep warm.
Step 5: Remove the salmon from the steamer and plate immediately. Spoon the warm lemon dill butter over each fillet and serve.