Vibrant salmon with garlic, lemon, and fresh dill creates an unforgettable 30-minute main dish perfect for special occasions.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Salmon
01 - 2 salmon fillets, wild-caught preferred
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
05 - 1 teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
→ For the Topping
07 - 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped (or dried dill or parsley)
→ Optional Additions
08 - Vegetable sides such as asparagus or bell peppers, cut into pieces
09 - Lemon slices or tomato slices for added flavor
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Let the marinade rest for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
03 - Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Arrange vegetable sides and lemon or tomato slices around or atop the salmon, if desired.
04 - Brush each fillet generously with the marinade. Sprinkle chopped fresh dill evenly over the top.
05 - Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Thicker fillets may require the full 20 minutes.
06 - Remove from oven, let rest for 2–3 minutes, then serve hot with your choice of side vegetables and an extra squeeze of lemon juice.
