Heart-Healthy Salmon with Dill
Elevate your dinner table with the vibrant and nutritious flavors of Heart-Healthy Salmon with Dill. This quick and easy recipe combines tender, oven-baked salmon fillets drizzled with heart-healthy olive oil, a hint of garlic, and the tangy zest of fresh lemon. A generous sprinkle of fresh dill enhances the dish with its aromatic brightness, while a bed of baby spinach adds a nutritious and colorful base. Perfectly seasoned and ready in under 30 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired meal is not only packed with omega-3s but also brimming with fresh, wholesome ingredients. Ideal for those seeking a flavorful, low-carb dinner option, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a light quinoa salad.
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 whole lemon
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 cups baby spinach
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Step 3
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down.
Step 4
Drizzle the salmon fillets with olive oil and rub evenly over the surface.
Step 5
Season each fillet with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 6
Zest the lemon and sprinkle the zest over the fillets.
Step 7
Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice of one half over the salmon.
Step 8
Chop the fresh dill and sprinkle it generously over the fillets.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 10
While the salmon is baking, rinse the baby spinach and divide it onto serving plates.
Step 11
Once the salmon is done, place each fillet on top of the bed of spinach.
Step 12
Garnish the dish with the remaining half of the lemon, cut into wedges, to be served alongside the salmon for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 714.7 grams (714.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1226 |
| Total Fat 84.20g | 108% |
| Saturated Fat 12.40g | 62% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
| Cholesterol 200mg | 67% |
| Sodium 1676mg | 73% |
| Total Carbohydrate 11.40g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.90g | 32% |
| Total Sugars 1.50g | |
| Protein 107.90g | 216% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 141mg | 11% |
| Iron 8mg | 43% |
| Potassium 127mg | 3% |
Source of Calories