KETO LEMON DILL BAKED SALMON RECIPE
A foolproof, quick-to-prepare keto dinner ready in under 30 minutes
KEY INFO
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 320 per serving
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 29g
- Net Carbs: 1g
- Difficulty: Easy
- Diet: Keto, Gluten-free, Dairy-free optional
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
- Baking dish or sheet pan
- Aluminum foil
- Small mixing bowl
- Basting brush
- Meat thermometer (recommended)
[TIP: No basting brush? Use the back of a spoon]
INGREDIENTS
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz/170g each), preferably wild-caught
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried)
- 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: lemon slices for garnish
METHOD
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
- Line your baking dish with foil for easy cleanup
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels (crucial for better seasoning adhesion)
- In a small bowl, combine oil, dill, garlic, lemon zest, and juice
- Place salmon skin-side down in the prepared dish
- Brush the herb-oil mixture evenly over each fillet
- Season generously with salt and pepper
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C)
CRUCIAL TIPS
- Don’t overcook! Salmon should be just opaque and flake easily
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving
- For extra flavor, add lemon slices during the last 5 minutes
- Check doneness at 12 minutes – overcooked salmon is dry salmon
STORAGE & SCALING
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days
- To reheat: 275°F (135°C) until just warm
- Recipe doubles easily – use a larger baking dish
- For meal prep: prepare seasoning mix ahead, apply just before baking
VARIATIONS
- Rich & Buttery: Replace oil with melted butter
- Extra Tangy: Add 1 tablespoon capers
- Mediterranean: Add dried oregano and cherry tomatoes
- Spicy: Add red pepper flakes to taste
Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or elegant enough for company – this keto salmon hits all the right notes while keeping those carbs in check!
[Remember: Fish doneness is crucial – invest in a meat thermometer if you’re new to cooking seafood]
