A vibrant salmon with garlic, lemon, and fresh dill. Ready in 30 minutes—perfect for romantic dinners.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Salmon
01 - 2 salmon fillets, wild-caught preferred
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
05 - 1 teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
→ For the Topping
07 - 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped (or dried dill or parsley)
→ Optional Additions
08 - Vegetable sides such as asparagus or bell peppers, cut into pieces
09 - Lemon slices or tomato slices for added flavor
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Allow the marinade to rest for 5 minutes to meld flavors together.
03 - Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Arrange vegetable sides and lemon or tomato slices around or atop the salmon if using.
04 - Brush each fillet generously with the prepared marinade, ensuring even coverage. Sprinkle chopped fresh dill evenly over the top of each fillet.
05 - Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque throughout and flakes easily with a fork. Thicker fillets may require the full 20 minutes for doneness.
06 - Remove from oven and let the salmon rest for 2-3 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Serve hot with your choice of side vegetables and an extra squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
