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Flaky Baked Salmon Recipe: Easy Lemon Dill Butter for Perfect Weeknight Dinner

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This flaky baked salmon recipe features tender salmon fillets baked in a foil packet with a tangy lemon dill butter. It’s quick, comforting, and perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin-on or skinless
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 lemon, sliced into thin rounds
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)
  • 1 garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Extra chopped dill (for garnish, optional)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
  • Pink peppercorns (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mash together softened butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped dill, minced garlic (if using), and a pinch of sea salt until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle each with olive oil and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
  4. Tear four large sheets of aluminum foil (about 12×12 inches). Place one fillet in the center of each sheet.
  5. Top each fillet with 1-2 lemon slices and spread a generous tablespoon of lemon dill butter over each.
  6. Fold foil over salmon, crimping edges to seal tightly. Place packets on a rimmed baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 14-18 minutes, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Thicker fillets may need a bit more time.
  8. Carefully open one packet to check for doneness. If underdone, return to oven for 2-3 more minutes.
  9. Transfer fillets to plates. Spoon any extra lemon dill butter from the foil over the top.
  10. Garnish with extra dill, pink peppercorns, and lemon wedges. Serve hot.

Notes

For dairy-free, substitute butter with a plant-based spread. Fresh dill gives the best flavor, but dried works in a pinch. Check salmon at 14 minutes to avoid overcooking. The lemon dill butter can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen. Serve with rice, potatoes, or roasted veggies. Leftovers keep well and flavors deepen overnight.

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