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Baked Salmon with Lemon Dill Yogurt Sauce

Baked Salmon with Lemon Dill Yogurt Sauce

A quick, special dish featuring baked salmon paired with a creamy lemon dill yogurt sauce. Perfect for elevating weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Brining Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Comfort Dinners
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets salmon each 4 ounces, packed with Omega-3s for a healthy dinner.
  • Salt to taste, enhances the natural flavors of the salmon.
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste, adds a hint of warmth and spice.
  • Lemon juice to taste, brightens the dish with a refreshing tang.
  • Fresh dill to taste, infuses an aromatic herbal note that complements the fish.
  • 1 cup water for brining, helps to keep the salmon moist.
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt optional for brining, boosts flavor and texture.
For the Yogurt Sauce
  • 6 oz. plain non-fat Greek yogurt the creamy base for your sauce, rich in protein.
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest adds an extra zing that intensifies the lemon flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice brightens up the sauce for a citrusy kick.
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill freshens the sauce and ties in with the salmon.
  • Salt to taste, fine-tunes the sauce to your preferences.
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste, completes the flavor profile of the sauce.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Brine the salmon fillets by soaking them in a mixture of water and kosher salt for 10 minutes.
  3. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Bake the seasoned salmon in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F.
  5. Whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, and fresh dill in a bowl for the sauce.
  6. Season the yogurt sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve the salmon warm, drizzled with the lemon dill yogurt sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with extra dill or lemon wedges for a lovely finish.

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