Salmon with Cucumber Sauce
Elevate your dinner menu with this refreshing and elegant Salmon with Cucumber Sauce. Perfectly baked salmon fillets, seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper, are paired with a creamy, tangy cucumber yogurt sauce infused with fresh dill, garlic, and a touch of honey. The balance of rich, flaky salmon and the cool, herbaceous sauce creates a flavor harmony that’s both satisfying and light. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Serve it with rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad for a well-rounded, irresistible meal. Rich in omega-3s and bursting with bright, fresh flavors, this salmon dish is destined to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillet
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 medium (peeled, seeded, and finely chopped) cucumber
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh dill
- 1 clove (minced) garlic
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle them with olive oil and lemon juice, and season with salt and black pepper.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon is baking, prepare the cucumber sauce. In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, chopped cucumber, fresh dill, minced garlic, and honey.
Stir the cucumber sauce until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning with a pinch of salt if needed.
Once the salmon is fully cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes.
Serve the salmon warm, topped with a generous spoonful of the cucumber sauce. Pair with your favorite sides such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1974 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.4 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.6 g | 153% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 31.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 397 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 4039 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.3 g | ||
| Protein | 163.4 g | 327% | |
| Vitamin D | 74.0 mcg | 370% | |
| Calcium | 393 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 3153 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.
