Lemon dill salmon in a simple, creamy lemon dill sauce that’s the perfect mix of flavor with nutrition. Easy step by step instructions for anyone to make!
Indulge in a burst of flavors with our mouthwatering recipe for lemon dill salmon. In just a few simple steps, you’ll create a creamy and zesty delight that will leave your taste buds wanting more. This dish combines the richness of salmon with the refreshing tang of lemon and the unique aroma of dill, resulting in a truly unforgettable dining experience.
The creamy component of this dish comes from a velvety sauce. This sauce not only adds a luscious texture but also enhances the overall taste with its light and tangy notes.
Whether you’re cooking for a special occasion or simply craving a satisfying and healthy meal, our lemon dill salmon recipe is a surefire winner. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this irresistible dish that has the perfect balance of flavors.
So, put on your apron and get ready to tantalize your taste buds with our sensational lemon dill salmon!
How To Make Lemon Dill Salmon
Ingredients needed
- Salmon fillets
- Dill
- Lemon
- All-purpose flour
- Heavy cream
- Garlic
- Salt & black pepper
Making the lemon dill salmon in the sauce
- First, season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Next, to the side prep all the other ingredients for the recipe.
- In a frying pan with a little oil on medium high heat add the salmon. Cook the salmon all the way through then remove from pan and lower the heat to medium.
- Add in the minced garlic and cooked until golden. There should still be oil in the pan if not add about 1 tablespoon.
- Now, toss in the flour and cook the flour a bit in the pan before adding in the water. Next add the heavy cream.
- Toss in the dill and squeeze the lemon into the sauce. Add the salmon back in and begin basting the salmon as the sauce thickens. Once the sauce has thickened and simmered for about 1 minute you can remove it from the heat.
- You’ll need to add salt and pepper to taste for the cream sauce but after that serve and enjoy.
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Lemon Dill Salmon
Ingredients
- 1 pound skinless salmon fillets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (1 large lemon)
Instructions
- First, season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Next, to the side prep all the other ingredients for the recipe.
- In a frying pan with a little oil on medium high heat add the salmon. Cook the salmon all the way through then remove from pan and lower the heat to medium.
- Add in the minced garlic and cooked until golden. There should still be oil in the pan if not add about 1 tablespoon.
- Now, toss in the flour and cook the flour a bit in the pan before adding in the water. Next add the heavy cream.
- Toss in the dill and squeeze the lemon into the sauce. Add the salmon back in and begin basting the salmon as the sauce thickens. Once the sauce has thickened and simmered for about 1 minute you can remove it from the heat.
- You'll need to add salt and pepper to taste for the cream sauce but after that serve and enjoy.
Number of total servings shown is approximate. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes.
Nutritional values shown are general guidelines and reflect information for 1 serving using the ingredients listed, not including any optional ingredients. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands and types of ingredients used.