Description
This Baked Salmon with Lemon and Dill recipe offers a simple, flavorful way to prepare tender salmon fillets infused with fresh dill, garlic, and bright lemon slices. Perfect for a healthy American main course, it bakes quickly at 400°F to a flaky, juicy finish, making it an easy and nutritious weeknight dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Salmon: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil evenly over each fillet to keep them moist during baking.
- Season: Sprinkle the minced garlic, salt, and black pepper evenly over the salmon fillets for flavor.
- Add Lemon and Dill: Lay thin slices of lemon on top of each salmon fillet, then sprinkle the chopped fresh dill over everything to infuse aromatic herb notes.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the salmon for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.
- Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven and serve hot with extra lemon wedges on the side for an added citrus punch.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the salmon beforehand in olive oil, lemon juice, and dill for 15 minutes prior to baking.
- Fresh dill can be substituted with 1 tablespoon dried dill if fresh is unavailable.
