Creamy Lemon Dill Salmon
Creamy Lemon Dill Salmon offers zesty, creamy flavors in a quick dish. This simple recipe creates a zesty salmon dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets 4–6 oz/113–170g each
- 2 tbsp 30ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¾ cup 180ml heavy cream
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp 30ml fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika optional
- Substitution: Use half-and-half or Greek yogurt for cream; dried dill for fresh.
Instructions
Preheat and Prep
- I preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C), line a baking sheet with parchment, and pat 4 salmon fillets dry for this Creamy Lemon Dill Salmon.
Season Salmon
- I drizzle fillets with 2 tbsp olive oil, sprinkle with 1 tsp salt and ½ tsp pepper, and place skin-side down on the baking sheet for this elegant salmon meal.
Make Creamy Sauce
- In a saucepan, I simmer ¾ cup cream, 1 tsp garlic, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp dill, ½ tsp onion powder, and ¼ tsp paprika for 5–7 minutes until thickened for this citrusy fish delight.
Bake with Sauce
- I pour sauce over fillets and bake 12–15 minutes until salmon flakes easily for this simple recipe.
Rest and Serve
- I let salmon rest 2 minutes, then serve with extra sauce and dill for this zesty salmon dish.
Notes
- For an elegant presentation, serve with steamed asparagus and rice or quinoa.
- Fresh lemon slices can enhance the dish’s appeal.
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