Baked Salmon with Dill Yogurt Sauce
A delicious and healthy dish combining tender baked salmon with a refreshing dill yogurt sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 4 fillets salmon fillets Fresh or frozen, thawed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For drizzling
- 1 teaspoon salt To taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground, to taste
For the Dill Yogurt Sauce
- 1 cup plain yogurt Can substitute with dairy-free yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped Can substitute with dried dill, using less
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and pre-measure the spices and chop the dill.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the salmon fillets on a lined baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and season with salt and pepper, rubbing the seasoning into the fish.
Cooking
- Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Check for doneness around 15 minutes; salmon should flake easily with a fork.
Preparing the Sauce
- While the salmon is baking, prepare the dill yogurt sauce by mixing yogurt, chopped dill, and lemon juice in a bowl.
- Season the sauce with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
- Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest before serving.
- Serve each fillet with a dollop of the dill yogurt sauce, garnished with extra dill if desired.
Notes
For variations, consider adding a pinch of garlic powder or sriracha to the sauce for extra flavor. Serve with sides like salad or roasted vegetables.