This lemon dill salmon recipe is my family’s favorite way to cook salmon. Thanks to our easy baking method, the fish stays moist, flaky, and melts in your mouth.
My mom makes the best baked salmon! Her secret is adding some liquid to the baking dish and covering it. This gently poaches the fish in the oven (you could even call it oven poached salmon).
This lemon dill recipe uses her foolproof method, and I’m so excited for you to try it! This salmon is especially delicious served with our creamy dill sauce.
Key Ingredients
- Salmon: Any salmon fillet will work for this recipe. However, I especially love those with a higher fat content, like sockeye, king, and coho.
- Lemon: My mom always places a slice of lemon underneath her fillets, and I do the same.
- Dill: Dill and salmon are such a classic pairing.
- White wine: I love adding a little extra flavor with dry white wine.
Find the full recipe with measurements below.
How to Make Lemon Dill Baked Salmon
Tip 1: Place salmon on a layer of fresh dill and lemon slices. Season your fillets with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then place the fillets down on top of the lemon and dill.
Tip 2: Pour wine or water into the baking dish and cover with foil. Bake the salmon in a 325°F oven until it flakes easily with a fork.
Serving Suggestions
This recipe is incredibly versatile and pairs well with a variety of side dishes. For a sauce, we highly recommend this dill sauce for salmon. Then, for sides, I love serving it with cauliflower rice. Veggies are always a great idea!
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Lemon Dill Baked Salmon
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The trick to perfectly baked salmon is gently baking it in a bit of liquid, like wine, stock, or water. Cover the dish and bake until just cooked through. You can call this recipe oven poached salmon. It’s practically foolproof.
If your salmon is thick, you can expect the cooking time to be a few minutes longer than what is shared below.