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Dill Lemon Salmon Recipe

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This Dill Lemon Salmon recipe features tender, skin-on salmon fillets topped with a zesty mixture of fresh dill, minced shallots, and tangy lemon, all enhanced with creamy olive oil mayonnaise. It’s a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or entertaining guests. The salmon is baked to perfection, retaining its moist texture and complementing the bright, herbal flavors of dill and lemon.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 4 (6-ounce) skin-on salmon fillets (or one large 1 ¼ pound skin-on salmon fillet)
  • ¼ cup olive oil mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons minced shallot
  • 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Toasted breadcrumbs, optional (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure a hot environment for perfectly baked salmon.
  2. Prepare the salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them skin-side down on a lined baking sheet or in a baking dish.
  3. Make the dill lemon topping: In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil mayonnaise, chopped fresh dill, minced shallot, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. Apply the topping: Spoon the dill lemon mixture generously over the top of each salmon fillet, spreading it evenly to cover the surface.
  5. Bake the salmon: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the salmon for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through but still moist.
  6. Optional breadcrumb topping: If desired, sprinkle toasted breadcrumbs over the salmon in the last 2-3 minutes of baking for added texture and a slight crunch.
  7. Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra fresh dill and lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Use skin-on salmon fillets to help keep the fish moist during baking.
  • The olive oil mayonnaise adds creaminess and helps the dill and lemon flavors adhere to the salmon.
  • To toast breadcrumbs, lightly brown them in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden and crunchy.
  • Feel free to substitute fresh dill with dried dill if fresh is unavailable, using about 1 tablespoon dried.
  • For added flavor, you can add a pinch of garlic powder to the topping mixture.
  • This recipe pairs wonderfully with steamed vegetables or a crisp green salad.

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