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Two large fillets of perfectly baked salmon, showing the moist and flaky texture. The salmon is garnished with fresh dill and lemon.
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Lemon Dill Baked Salmon: The Ultimate 20-Minute Weeknight Dinner

This Lemon Dill Baked Salmon is the perfect quick, healthy, and flavorful weeknight dinner. Flaky, moist, and ready in under 20 minutes with just a handful of fresh ingredients!
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs salmon fillet center-cut, skin on or off
  • 1 large lemon juiced
  • 1 large lemon thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.25 cup fresh dill chopped
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt or to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly cracked

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Parchment Paper
  • 1 Small Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with a large piece of parchment paper. Place the salmon fillet, skin-side down, in the center of the parchment.
  2. Pat the salmon fillet completely dry with a paper towel. Drizzle with olive oil and use your hands to rub it over the entire surface. Season generously with kosher salt and black pepper.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped fresh dill.
  4. Pour the lemon-dill mixture evenly over the top of the salmon fillet. Arrange the thin lemon slices over the mixture in a single layer.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes. The salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork or a thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 145°F. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalProtein: 38gFat: 24gFiber: 1g

Notes

Do Not Overbake: Check the salmon at the 12-minute mark to prevent it from drying out.
Use Fresh Herbs: Fresh dill is essential for the best flavor; do not substitute with dried.
Serving: This salmon is delicious with roasted potatoes, asparagus, or a simple green salad.
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