Salmon with Fresh Dill
This foolproof baked salmon gets all its flavor from lemon, garlic, and a generous handful of fresh dill.
Sodium note
No salt or brine used; fresh dill, garlic, and lemon provide all the flavor here.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced, plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
Method
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet.
- 3
Whisk together olive oil, melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, and pepper, then brush over each fillet.
- 4
Top each fillet with lemon slices and sprinkle generously with fresh dill.
- 5
Bake 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- 6
Serve immediately with any pan juices spooned over the top.
Nutrition (estimated, per serving)
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 34g
- Carbs
- 3g
- Fat
- 19g
- Sodium
- 65 mg
Nutrition and sodium information is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredients, brands, serving sizes and preparation methods. Always check the labels on the products you buy.
Substitutions
- Use fresh tarragon or parsley instead of dill for a different herbal note.
- Swap salmon for arctic char or trout with the same cooking method.
- Use lime instead of lemon for a slightly different citrus profile.
Tips
- Check for doneness at 12 minutes for thinner fillets to avoid overcooking.
- Fresh dill makes a big difference here; dried dill can be substituted at one-third the amount in a pinch.
- Leftover salmon flakes beautifully into a salad the next day.
New to cooking without salt? Start with our beginner guide and 25 ways to add flavor without salt.
