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Baked Salmon With Lemon And Dill

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Published: Feb 9, 2021 · Modified: Aug 21, 2022 by Andrea + Stef ·

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An easy baked salmon with just a few minutes of prep work and bursting with flavor.
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If you’re looking for baked salmon recipes and the perfect lemon dill salmon seasoning then you need to look no further. This oven baked salmon with lemon has the perfect herb and butter mixture and cooks up to melt in your mouth!

Table of Contents

  • Make Dill Salmon a Meal!
  • How to Choose Salmon a Good Salmon Fillet
  • SALMON PASTA SALAD
  • CAULIFLOWER BREADSTICKS
  • How to Avoid Overcooking Salmon:
  • Ways to Serve Baked Salmon
  • Ingredients:
  • Possible Salmon Seasoning Variations
  • How to Make Oven Baked Salmon with Lemon:
  • HOT SPINACH DIP
  • ROASTED BROCCOLI
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Baked Lemon-Dill Salmon
  • More recipes to try:

Follow our tips for choosing the best salmon fillet at the store and tips for avoiding overcooking your salmon. Our baked salmon recipe tips plus this perfect salmon seasoning make for one of the best salmon meals you’ve ever eaten.

baked salmon with lemon collage - top raw salmon with bowl of salmon seasoning of melted butter, garlic, pepper and dill. 2- raw salmon on parchment paper. 3- oven baked salmon covered in dill butter being flaked with a fork. 4- oven baked dill salmon on decorative baking sheet. Cut lemon next to it.

Make Dill Salmon a Meal!

Turn this oven baked salmon recipe into a whole meal! It pairs well with:

  • Side Dish: Pasta Salad– This classic pasta salad pairs perfectly with salmon!
  • Salad: Italian Salad – This classic side dish is colorful and full of flavor!
  • Bread: Cheesy Cauliflower Breadsticks – Dip these in your marinara! YUM!
  • Drink: Red Wine Sangria – This is one of my all time favorite sangria recipes. Use the rest of the wine leftover from your marinara recipe.
  • Dessert: Chocolate Lasagna – This needs no introduction!
plate with oven baked dill salmon and cauliflower breadstick slices next to a round lemon slice
Baked Salmon With Lemon paired with Cheesy Cauliflower Breadsticks

How to Choose Salmon a Good Salmon Fillet

You can find a wide variety of quality of salmon in the grocery store. Most stores serve fresh salmon that was once frozen, as well as salmon in the freezer section. You can also choose from farmed salmon and wild caught salmon.

  • The most important thing to look for is a salmon that is not dried out and does not have any dark spots on the fillet.
  • If you have a choice, go for the salmon with more color and a nice marbling.
  • When you press your finger into the salmon flesh it should be firm, not squishy. A light press of the finger should spring back, not leave a fingerprint.

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How to Avoid Overcooking Salmon:

Do not cook salmon. It is probably the number one reason people think they don’t like salmon. Overcooked salmon is dry and chalky and many baked salmon recipes will instruct you to overcook the salmon. Thankfully, it’s easy to cook salmon to perfection if you follow these guidelines.

  • Remove your salmon from heat when it is 125 degrees.
  • Cover and let stand for 10 minutes after removing from heat. It will continue to cook.
  • The FDA recommends cooking salmon to 145 degrees. If you remove your salmon from the heat when it hits 145 degrees it will be overcooked and dry by the time you eat it.
oven baked dill and garlic salmon closeup next to yellow lemon slice

Ways to Serve Baked Salmon

  • Pasta Salad: Use our delicious pasta salad recipe to make a delicious main dish with your dill salmon or use your leftovers the next day.
  • Spinach Salad: Toss spinach, red onions, tomatoes and hot bacon pieces and put the oven baked salmon on top.
  • Tacos: Omit the dill in your salmon seasoning and put your salmon on a warm corn tortilla topped with fresh pico de gallo, thinly sliced cabbage, queso fresco, cilantro and a little sour cream.
delicious flakey baked salmon

Ingredients:

  • Herbs: Dill, pepper and garlic make this salmon seasoning bursting with flavor.
  • Butter: Butter isn’t totally necessary but adds a lot to the flavor combination and keeps it moist.
  • Lemon: Whatever you do, don’t omit the lemon!
baked salmon with lemon and dill ingredients on white counter and wood board plank. Salmon filet laying on piece of parchment paper on wood. Small bow with pepper next to clove of garlic and small bowl of fresh dill. Whole lemons lay next to one cut in half lemon. Small white pitcher is full of melted butter.

Possible Salmon Seasoning Variations

  • Make it saucy: Use this salmon recipe in our chicken in white wine sauce recipe! Flour the salmon and then season as directed in this recipe. Cook as directed in the white wine sauce recipe. Salmon cooks much quicker so you will only need to cook for a minute or two on each side, depending on the thickness of your salmon.
  • Omit the dill: Don’t love dill? Try parsley instead.
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How to Make Oven Baked Salmon with Lemon:

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray and set aide. Alternatively you can cook your salmon on parchment paper for all baked salmon recipes.

Step 2: Make your salmon seasoning. In a small bowl, combine melted butter, black pepper, dill, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice.

raw salmon with lemon dill butter salmon seasoning in bowl held above salmon. Next image is salmon seasoning spread on top

Step 3: Prepare your salmon. Remove salmon fillet from its packaging and use a paper towel to pat it dry. DO NOT RINSE. If using skin-on salmon (we like skin-on best), do not cut off the skin, but wipe off any fish scales that may have made their way onto the flesh.

Step 4: Prepare to bake your dill salmon in the oven. Place salmon fillet, skin side down, on prepared baking sheet.

oven baked salmon with dill salmon seasoning on decorative baking sheet on marble counter

Step 5: Brush butter mixture over the top of the salmon fillet and spread evenly.

Step 6: Time to cook! Bake salmon for 10-12 minutes or until it is just beginning to turn opaque in the center and registers around 125°. Do not overcook! Overcooked salmon is dry and not what we’re going for here.

baked salmon with lemon dill butter being flaked with a fork

If you’d like to brown the top of the salmon fillet, flip the oven on to the broil setting and broil for a couple minutes longer. Be aware this will cook your salmon more so you might want to start this when your salmon is at a cooler temperature.

Garnish with fresh lemon juice and serve. I recommend serving baked salmon recipes with the follow side dishes because they’re so tasty!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long can you store baked salmon in the refrigerator?

Allow your salmon to cool fully. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

How long can you store baked salmon in the freezer?

Allow your salmon to cool fully. Wrap tightly or place in a freezer bag. Store for up to 3 months. Defrost in the refrigerator.

Is baked salmon gluten free?

Yes, this recipe is completely gluten free.

How do I substitute butter for a dairy free option?

Use olive oil as a substitute if you don’t want to use butter.

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Baked Lemon-Dill Salmon

Author Andrea + Stef

Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes minutes
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An easy baked salmon with just a few minutes of prep work and bursting with flavor.
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Ingredients
  

  • 1.5-2 pound salmon filet
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter melted
  • ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped dill
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray and set aide.
  • In a small bowl, combine melted butter, black pepper, dill, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  • Remove salmon filet from its packaging and use a paper towel to pat it dry. If using skin-on salmon (we like skin-on best), do not cut off the skin, but clean off any fish scales that may have made their way onto the flesh.
  • Place salmon filet, skin side down, on prepared baking sheet.
  • Brush butter mixture over the top of the salmon filet and spread evenly.
  • Bake salmon for 10-12 minutes or until it is just beginning to turn opaque in the center and registers around 125°.
  • If you'd like to brown the top of the salmon filet, flip the oven on to the broil setting and broil for a couple minutes longer.
  • Garnish with fresh lemon juice and serve.

Notes

Do not overcook!  Salmon will continue cooking when it’s removed from the oven.  Keep it under 140°F for a tender, juicy result.

Nutrition

Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 117mg | Potassium: 556mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 289IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg

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