Baked Salmon with Dill, Lemon & Garlic

Who knew mustard and dill could be such a magic combo on salmon? Simple ingredients, quick prep, and so much flavor in one dish. This oven baked salmon with dill, lemon, and garlic is light, juicy, and full of bright flavor. It’s a quick, healthy dinner that always feels a little special. I love pairing it with roasted or mashed potatoes for a cozy, balanced meal.

Oven baked salmon fillets topped with dill, lemon slices, and garlic olive oil sauce, fresh out of the oven and ready to serve.

Ingredients

• 500 g salmon fillets

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• Juice of half a lemon

• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• Lemon slices for baking

Instructions

Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan).

Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly brush with olive oil.

Pat the salmon dry and place it skin side down.

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chopped dill, garlic, salt, and pepper.

Spoon the mixture over the salmon and rub evenly onto each fillet.

Top with lemon slices.

Bake for 14–16 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon flakes easily but stays juicy.

Let it rest a few minutes before serving.

Serve with roasted or mashed potatoes, rice, or a simple green salad.