Baked Salmon with Dill and Garlic
This Baked Salmon is a flavor-packed dish with dill and garlic that’s simple yet gourmet!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4-6 oz salmon fillets
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter divided into 4 equal pieces
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped dill, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and olive oil. Whisk together until well blended.
- Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin side down. Drizzle the marinade generously over each fillet.
- Dot each salmon fillet with a piece of butter.
- Bake the salmon for about 15-20 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork.
- Once cooked, remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Equipment
- Large baking sheet
- Parchment paper or aluminum foil
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk or fork
- Sharp knife
Notes
- Choose wild-caught salmon for better flavor and texture.
- Let the salmon rest after baking for juicier results.
- Add red pepper flakes to the marinade for extra heat.