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A delicious plate of 20-Minute Baked Salmon with Dill Sauce – Irresistibly Easy

20-Minute Baked Salmon with Dill Sauce – Irresistibly Easy

An incredibly quick and easy recipe for perfectly baked salmon, complemented by a fresh and zesty dill sauce.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Main Dish
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets salmon fillets Choose fresh, high-quality fillets for best results.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil Use a good quality extra virgin olive oil for drizzling.
  • 0.5 tsp salt Kosher salt or sea salt is recommended; adjust to taste.
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper Freshly ground black pepper adds more flavor.
  • 0.5 cup sour cream Full-fat sour cream will yield a richer sauce.
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill Finely chop the dill for an even distribution of flavor.
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Freshly squeezed lemon juice brightens the sauce.
  • 1 clove small garlic clove Minced very fine so it blends smoothly into the sauce.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  4. In a small bowl, mix sour cream, dill, lemon juice, and garlic.
  5. Serve salmon warm with dill sauce on top.

Notes

Feel free to serve with a side of steamed vegetables or roasted potatoes for a complete meal.