High Protein Salmon Dinner: Baked Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce Recipe

The foolproof way to cook salmon — bake it, drizzle lemon dill sauce on top, and you'll get moist, flaky fish every single time. High protein dinner, zero stress.

Cook 30 min Difficulty EASY 310 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • salmon fillets 1.5 lbs
  • lemon 1 piece
  • fresh dill 0.25 cup
  • fresh parsley 2 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • olive oil 2 tbsp
  • Dijon mustard 1 tbsp
  • honey 1 tsp
  • garlic 2 cloves
  • salt 0.75 tsp
  • black pepper 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 3 g 4%
Protein 29 g 38%
Fat 19 g 58%
Serving size 180g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) so it reaches temperature while you prep the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly brush it with 1 tbsp olive oil for easy salmon removal and to prevent sticking.

  3. 3

    Pat the salmon fillets dry, then arrange them skin-side down. Season them evenly with salt and black pepper, pressing gently to allow seasoning to adhere.

  4. 4

    In a bowl, whisk together the juice of 1 lemon, Dijon mustard, honey, remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, and chopped fresh dill and parsley. This creates your lemon dill sauce.

  5. 5

    Spoon half of the sauce over the salmon fillets and reserve the rest for serving after baking.

  6. 6

    Bake the salmon for 14–18 minutes, depending on thickness. Check for doneness: salmon should flake with a fork but still look moist; avoid overbaking.

  7. 7

    Remove the salmon from the oven, rest for 2 minutes, then drizzle remaining lemon dill sauce over the fillets just before serving for best flavor and texture.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Baked Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce recipe?
The core ingredient is fresh salmon fillets. The quality and freshness of the salmon drive both the protein content and the moist, flaky texture the dish is known for. The lemon dill sauce, with fresh dill, lemon, and olive oil, brings brightness and depth, but salmon remains the essential highlight.
Q. How do I prevent the salmon from drying out in the oven?
To keep the salmon moist and tender, bake it at 400°F and start checking it at the 14-minute mark. Don't overbake—when the fillet flakes gently with a fork and glistens inside, it's ready. Letting it rest for 2 minutes after baking also helps retain juiciness before drizzling the remaining sauce.
Q. What should I focus on when preparing the lemon dill sauce?
Be sure to finely chop the fresh dill and parsley, and thoroughly whisk the sauce to combine olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic. Spoon half over the salmon before baking, and save the rest for post-bake serving; this sequence preserves fresh herb flavor and prevents sauce from drying out during baking.
Q. What is the nutrition breakdown per serving for this recipe?
Each serving (180g) provides about 310 kcal, with 29g protein (38% of calories), 3g carbohydrates (4% of calories), and 19g fat (58% of calories). This high-protein and moderate-fat profile makes it ideal for a protein-focused dinner.
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