Broiled Salmon with Lemon and Dill
Broiled salmon is a quick and easy way to cook salmon that results in a tender, flaky fish with a crispy skin. This recipe uses a simple marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper to flavor the salmon, and the fish is cooked under a broiler until cooked through. The result is a delicious, healthy, and flavorful meal that can be served with a variety of sides. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Salmon is a popular fish that is enjoyed by people all over the world. It is a good source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and other nutrients. Salmon can be cooked in a variety of ways, but one of the simplest and most delicious ways to cook salmon is to broil it. Broiling salmon is a quick and easy way to cook the fish, and it results in a tender, flaky fish with a crispy skin. The best way to broil salmon is to use a skin-on fillet. The skin will help to protect the fish from drying out, and it will also add flavor and texture to the dish. To broil salmon, simply preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the salmon fillet on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down. Drizzle the salmon with olive oil and lemon juice, and then sprinkle with dill, salt, and pepper. Broil the salmon in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through. Broiled salmon is a delicious and healthy meal that can be served with a variety of sides. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Broiled Salmon with Lemon and Dill Broiled Salmon with Lemon and Dill Broiled Salmon with Lemon and Dill Broiled Salmon with Lemon and Dill
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 12 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 pound salmon filet, skin-on
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Place the salmon fillet on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down.
  4. Drizzle the salmon with olive oil and lemon juice.
  5. Sprinkle the salmon with dill, salt, and pepper.
  6. Broil the salmon in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
  7. Serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • Broiling the salmon skin-side down helps to protect the fish from drying out and results in a crispy skin.
  • The marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper adds flavor and moisture to the salmon.
  • Cooking the salmon under a broiler cooks the fish quickly and evenly, resulting in a tender and flaky fish.