Speedy Lemon-Dill Baked Salmon with Roasted Veggies
This recipe features tender salmon baked with zesty lemon and dill, accompanied by perfectly roasted vegetables for a complete and healthy meal.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Large Bowl
- Small Bowl
- Whisk
- Paper Towel
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets fresh, skin-on or skinless
- 3 cups quick-cooking vegetables e.g., broccoli florets, asparagus spears, bell pepper strips, or cherry tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper or to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss vegetables with 1.5 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread them on one side of the baking sheet.
- Pat salmon fillets dry and place them on the other side of the baking sheet.
Cooking
- Whisk together remaining olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, salt, and pepper, then pour over the salmon.
- Bake for 12-18 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through (145°F/63°C) and vegetables are tender-crisp.
Serving
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
Notes
Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of your salmon fillets and your preferred level of doneness for the vegetables. For extra flavor, marinate the salmon in the lemon-dill mixture for 15-20 minutes before baking.