Baked Salmon with Dill Sauce

Based on 4 servings — values are AI-estimated and may vary

Ingredients

• •4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
• •2 tbsp olive oil
• •1 tsp salt
• •1/2 tsp black pepper
• •1 lemon (zested and juiced)
• •1 cup sour cream
• •2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 2 tsp dried dill)
• •1 clove garlic, minced
• •1 tsp Dijon mustard

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2

   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.

3. 3

   Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and season with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.

4. 4

   Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.

5. 5

   While the salmon bakes, prepare the dill sauce. In a bowl, combine sour cream, lemon juice, dill, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard. Mix well until smooth.

6. 6

   Once the salmon is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.

7. 7

   Serve the salmon fillets with a generous spoonful of dill sauce on top.

8. 8

   Garnish with lemon wedges and extra dill if desired.