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Lemon Dill Roasted Salmon Recipe

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This Lemon Dill Salmon recipe is a simple and flavorful dish featuring tender, oven-roasted salmon topped with a creamy lemon-dill mayonnaise mixture. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, it delivers a bright, fresh taste with minimal prep and cook time.

Ingredients

Salmon and Seasoning

  • 4 (6-ounce) skin-on salmon fillets or one large 1¼ pound skin-on salmon fillet
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, plus extra for seasoning

Mayonnaise Mixture

  • ¼ cup olive oil mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons minced shallot
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest (from 1 lemon)

Garnish

  • Lemon wedges, for serving
  • Toasted breadcrumbs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 350ºF (176ºC) and position the oven rack in the middle to ensure even cooking.
  2. Prepare Lemon Dill Mayonnaise: Zest the lemon, then cut it into wedges. In a small bowl, mix together ¼ cup olive oil mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, 2 tablespoons minced shallot, ½ teaspoon lemon zest, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon kosher salt until well combined.
  3. Prepare Baking Sheet and Season Salmon: Lightly coat a baking sheet with nonstick spray. Arrange salmon fillets skin-side down on the sheet and pat dry with paper towels. Season each fillet with ½ teaspoon kosher salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper evenly.
  4. Spread Mayonnaise Mixture: Evenly spread the prepared lemon dill mayonnaise over the top of each salmon fillet, covering the surface completely for maximum flavor infusion.
  5. Roast Salmon: Roast the salmon in the preheated oven until it flakes easily with a fork and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 125ºF. This should take about 15–20 minutes for thick fillets or 7–10 minutes for thinner wild-caught fillets.
  6. Add Garnishes and Serve: If desired, sprinkle toasted breadcrumbs over the cooked salmon for added texture. Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges to squeeze over the top for an extra burst of citrus flavor.

Notes

  • Cooking times vary based on salmon thickness; adjust accordingly to avoid overcooking.
  • Use wild-caught salmon for the best flavor and texture when available.
  • Toasted breadcrumbs add crunch but can be omitted for a gluten-free version.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed cold or gently reheated.
  • Ensure the salmon is fresh and skin is on for optimal moistness during roasting.

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