Description
This delightful lemon dill salmon paired with a fresh salad is the perfect dish for any occasion. The tender, flaky salmon infused with zesty lemon and aromatic dill creates a symphony of flavors, while the vibrant mixed greens and veggies add a burst of color to your plate. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests during gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake marinated salmon on a lined baking sheet skin-side down for 12-15 minutes until flaky.
- While salmon bakes, toss mixed greens with cherry tomatoes and cucumber in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Plate the baked salmon on top of the salad and garnish with extra dill if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g) with salad
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg