Salmon Dill
Indulge in the creamy, herbaceous flavors of this Salmon Dill recipe, a perfect harmony of tender, oven-baked salmon and a rich, velvety dill cream sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish combines juicy salmon fillets, pan-seared to a crispy perfection, and then bathed in a luscious blend of garlic, heavy cream, and fresh dill with a bright hint of lemon juice. The recipe’s elegant simplicity makes it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, pairing beautifully with roasted vegetables, buttery potatoes, or fluffy rice. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this Salmon Dill recipe is a surefire way to impress your taste buds while keeping dinner stress-free. Perfect for seafood lovers and packed with wholesome ingredients, this dish is a delicious crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 ounces each) salmon fillet
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons (chopped) fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon (chopped) parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the salmon fillets dry using paper towels. Season them with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet.
Sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip the fillets and sear the other side for an additional 2 minutes.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the salmon for 8-10 minutes until fully cooked and flaky. Remove the skillet from the oven and set the salmon aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the chopped fresh dill and lemon juice, allowing the sauce to cook for another minute. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the dill sauce over the top of each piece to coat. Let it sit for a minute to absorb the flavors.
Serve the salmon warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Pair it with steamed vegetables, roasted potatoes, or rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 257.3 g | 330% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.6 g | 478% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 38.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 772 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 4448 mg | 193% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.3 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 173.4 g | 347% | |
| Vitamin D | 93.2 mcg | 466% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 3154 mg | 67% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
