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Lemon Dill Salmon – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Lemon Dill Salmon

Craving a dinner that looks like it came from a high-end restaurant but takes less than 35 minutes to make? This Lemon Dill Salmon is incredibly simple, packed with bright, fresh flavors, and results in perfectly flaky, melt-in-your-mouth fish every single time.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 338
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (454 g) Salmon fillets
  • 0.25 cup (60 ml) Butter, melted
  • 0.25 cup (60 ml) Fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) Dried dill weed
  • 0.25 tsp (1.3 ml) Garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp (2.5 ml) Sea salt, or to taste
  • 0.25 tsp (1.3 ml) Fresh ground black pepper, or to taste
  • For the juiciest salmon, remove it from the oven as soon as it flakes easily. If you see white protein (albumin) seeping out, it's a sign it's nearly done or slightly overcooked.

Method
 

  1. Directions
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F / 180°C.
  3. Place salmon fillets skin-side down in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter and fresh lemon juice until combined.
  5. Drizzle the butter-lemon mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
  6. Sprinkle the dill, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper evenly over the top of the fish.
  7. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily when tested with a fork.
  8. Remove from the oven and let rest for 3-5 minutes before serving. Spoon any extra pan juices over the fillets.
  9. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel before seasoning. This helps the sauce adhere properly and gives you a better texture.
  10. Using fresh dill? Substitute with 3 tablespoons (45 ml / 1.5 fl oz) of fresh chopped dill for every 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) of dried dill for a more vibrant flavor.
  11. Let the salmon rest for 3-5 minutes after baking. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the fillet, ensuring every bite is moist and tender.

Nutrition

Calories: 338kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 23gFat: 26g

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