Salmon with Dill Sauce

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This dish is a classic for a reason – it’s simple, flavorful, and healthy. Salmon fillets are grilled to flaky perfection and topped with a cool and creamy dill sauce.

Are you looking for a light, flavorful, and impressive weeknight meal?

This salmon with dill sauce is surprisingly easy to prepare, yet elegant enough for a dinner party. Salmon boasts a rich texture and healthy dose of omega-3 fatty acids, while the dill sauce adds a bright, citrusy touch that perfectly complements the fish.

In under 20 minutes, you can have a restaurant-worthy meal on the table that will leave you wondering why you ever worried about takeout.

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Ingredients

For the Dill Sauce:

• mayonnaise
• sour cream
• fresh dill
• lemon juice
• Dijon mustard
• garlic, minced
• salt and pepper

For the Salmon:

• salmon fillets, (about 6 ounces each), skin on
• olive oil
• lemon
• salt and black pepper

Step by step

1. Make the dill sauce by combining mayonnaise, sour cream, fresh dill, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
2. Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.
3. Brush both sides of the salmon fillets with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
4. Grill the salmon for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
5. Serve the grilled salmon garnished with lemon slices and drizzled with the creamy dill sauce.

Serving suggestions

There are so many options for what to serve with salmon!

Salmon pairs perfectly with a variety of vegetables: carrots, green beans, broccoli, asparagus, and potatoes offering a hearty and savory accompaniment. A Caesar salad is another great side for your salmon, or you could top the salad with the fish instead.

For a more filling option, try cheesy garlic mashed potatoes or twice baked potatoes alongside your grilled salmon. You can also serve it with pasta or risotto as well, risotto with peas is my favorite pairing.

Storing tips

Store leftover salmon in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to three days.

When you’re ready to enjoy this recipe again, reheat it gently in the microwave or oven, keeping an eye on it to avoid overcooking.

The leftover dill sauce is versatile too! Use it as a tasty dip for fresh vegetables or spread it on your sandwiches for an extra burst of flavor.

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