Lemon Dill Herb Salmon (Printable Version)
Tender salmon roasted with zesty lemon, fresh dill, and herbs for an easy, healthy main course.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fish & Marinade
01 - 4 salmon fillets (approximately 6 oz each)
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
07 - 1 teaspoon honey
08 - 1 teaspoon salt
09 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnish
10 - Lemon slices for serving
11 - Fresh dill sprigs
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and zest, dill, garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
03 - Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Brush generously with the lemon-dill marinade, coating all sides evenly.
04 - Let the salmon marinate at room temperature for 10 minutes to allow flavors to penetrate the fish.
05 - Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
06 - Remove from oven and garnish with fresh lemon slices and dill sprigs. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The marinade comes together in literally three minutes but tastes like you spent forever planning it
- Even people who swear they dont like salmon end up asking for seconds
02 -
- Dont skip the 10 minute marinating time even when youre rushing, its the difference between good and unforgettable
- The internal temperature should hit 145°F but if you prefer your salmon more medium, pull it at 130°F and let carryover cooking finish the job
03 -
- Pat your salmon completely dry before applying the marinade so it sticks instead of sliding right off
- If you have extra time, marinate the fish in the refrigerator for up to an hour for even more flavor penetration