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+ servings

baked salmon

A delicious and healthy baked salmon recipe cooked in foil with lemon and dill, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2.5 pounds salmon fillet
  • 0.125 teaspoon salt
  • 0.125 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 medium lemon sliced
  • 4 sprigs fresh dill
  • 2 tablespoons cold butter
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 0.125 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.125 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 cup Greek yogurt

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F and prepare a large piece of foil on a baking sheet.
  • Rub the salmon fillet with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, honey, dill, garlic powder, and onion powder to make the marinade.
  • Place the salmon in the center of the foil and pour the marinade over it, spread sliced lemon and dill sprigs on top.
  • Fold the foil edges securely to create a sealed packet.
  • Bake in the oven for 25 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  • While baking, prepare tartar sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, chopped dill pickles, lemon juice, and a pinch of garlic powder.
  • Once cooked, carefully open the foil, place a tablespoon of cold butter on top of the salmon, and broil for 2-3 minutes until melted and slightly caramelized.
  • Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then serve with tartar sauce.

Notes

This baked salmon is perfect with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.