Easy Baked Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce and Asparagus
This simple, elegant dinner features flaky, tender salmon fillets baked to perfection and served with a bright, creamy lemon-dill sauce and crisp-tender roasted asparagus. It's a healthy, flavorful meal that's ready in under 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 fillets Salmon about 6 oz each, skin-on or skinless
- 1 lb Asparagus woody ends trimmed
- 2 tbsp Olive oil divided
- 1 tsp Salt divided
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper freshly ground, divided
- 0.33 cup Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp Fresh dill chopped, plus more for garnish
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp Lemon zest from one lemon
- 1 clove Garlic minced
Notes
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave. The sauce can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored separately. For a dairy-free version, substitute the sour cream with an unsweetened dairy-free yogurt or a creamy avocado-based sauce. Serve with a side of quinoa, brown rice, or a simple green salad for a complete meal.