The Best Lemon-Dill Salmon

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A zesty salmon dish with a bright lemon-dill sauce, perfectly balanced with herbs and a hint of garlic. This Scandinavian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, lemon juice, fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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 Serves 4 Scandinavian cuisine 300 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 oz salmon fillets on the sheet. Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill, 2 minced garlic cloves, and a pinch of salt. Spoon the mixture over the salmon.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily. Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.

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