Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce

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Classic flavors come together in this easy recipe for salmon with lemon dill sauce. The salmon is cooked in the oven and finished with a tangy herb sauce for maximum flavor and simplicity. Pair it with steamed veggies and you have a healthy meal packed with vitamins and minerals.

Ingredients: Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce

Salmon: Salmon is known for its rich omega-3 fatty acids which is good for your heart and may reduce inflammation. The salmon I used for this recipe came straight from Lake Michigan following my husband’s fishing trip. If you have the opportunity to get your hands on wild-caught salmon directly from the source, you cannot beat the natural color and mild flavor. Store-bought salmon works just as well and you will still reap the health benefits.
Lemon: The lemon in this recipe comes to the forefront by using the zest of the lemon in the sauce and baking the salmon with sliced lemons on top.
Dill: The distinct flavor of dill pairs nicely with fish. I used fresh dill that I grew in my garden, but you can use fresh or dried dill from the store.
Plain Greek yogurt: Tangy and rich. Greek yogurt is protein-packed and contains probiotics for balanced gut health.
Garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper: Enhances the flavor of the salmon and sauce.

Instructions: Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce

Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray the foil with cooking spray.
Prepare the salmon: Remove the skin from the salmon filet. Rinse the salmon with water and pat dry with a paper towel. Run your hands along all sides to check for any bones that need to be removed. Portion the salmon into 4 equal sized pieces. Place the filets on the baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil onto the salmon and lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Zest and slice the lemon: With a grater or zesting tool, zest the lemon rind until you get about 1 teaspoon of zest. Transfer the zest to a small bowl. Slice the lemon into 8 thin slices and place the slices on top of the salmon.
Bake the salmon: Place the salmon on the baking tray into the preheated oven. Bake for 15 minutes.
Prepare the sauce: To the bowl with the lemon zest, add the plain Greek yogurt. Chop the dill (if using fresh) and add it to the bowl. Mince the garlic and add it to the bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir until well incorporated.
Serve: Once the salmon is done baking, remove the baking tray from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Transfer each filet to a plate and remove the lemon slices if desired. Serve with the lemon dill sauce on top and extra slices of fresh lemon for squeezing.

Final Thoughts

Salmon is the perfect fish to add to your regular dinner routine. It is simple to make and the health benefits are hard to beat. I am lucky to have several pounds of wild-caught salmon available in my freezer all year round. This dish can be paired with your favorite steamed, roasted, or sauteed veggies. It also goes well with roasted potatoes or rice if you want to add carbohydrates to your diet. Give this salmon with lemon dill sauce a try and you will find yourself making it again and again!

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Classic flavors come together in this easy recipe for salmon with lemon dill sauce. The salmon is cooked in the oven and finished with a tangy herb sauce for maximum flavor and simplicity.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Dill, Easy, Lemon, Main Dish, Protein, Salmon

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 30

Servings: people

Calories: 266kcal

Author: Garden with Amber

Ingredients

1.5 lb salmon or 4 filets 6 oz each
1 lemon zested and sliced
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tbsp fresh dill chopped, or 1 tsp dried
1 clove garlic minced
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray the foil with cooking spray.
Prepare the salmon: Remove the skin from the salmon filet. Rinse the salmon with water and pat dry with a paper towel. Run your hands along all sides to check for any bones that need to be removed. Portion the salmon into 4 equal sized pieces. Place the filets on the baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil onto the salmon and lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Zest and slice the lemon: With a grater or zesting tool, zest the lemon rind until you get about 1 teaspoon of zest. Transfer the zest to a small bowl. Slice the lemon into 8 thin slices and place the slices on top of the salmon.
Bake the salmon: Place the salmon on the baking tray into the preheated oven. Bake for 15 minutes.
Prepare the sauce: To the bowl with the lemon zest, add the plain Greek yogurt. Chop the dill (if using fresh) and add it to the bowl. Mince the garlic and add it to the bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir until well incorporated.
Serve: Once the salmon is done baking, remove the baking tray from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Transfer each filet to a plate and remove the lemon slices if desired. Serve with the lemon dill sauce on top and extra slices of fresh lemon for squeezing.