Baked Salmon With Creamy Dill Sauce Recipe

Name: Baked Salmon With Creamy Dill Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lb salmon fillet; 3 x lemons quartered; 2 x white onions quartered; 3 sprg fresh parsley minced (3 to 4); 3 sprg fresh basil * (3 to 4); 3 sprg fresh thyme minced (3 to 4); 3 sprg fresh oregano minced (3 to 4); 1 Tbsp. garlic pwdr; 1 Tbsp. onion pwdr; 1 c. Chardonnay (1 to 1 1/2); 1/2 c. water; 4 Tbsp. fresh dill chopped (4 to 5); 1 pt nonfat plain yogurt; 1 pt nonfat cream cheese softened (1 to 1 1/2) salt to taste

Servings: persons

4 lb salmon fillet
3 x lemons quartered
2 x white onions quartered
3 sprg fresh parsley minced (3 to 4)
3 sprg fresh basil * (3 to 4)
3 sprg fresh thyme minced (3 to 4)
3 sprg fresh oregano minced (3 to 4)
1 Tbsp. garlic pwdr
1 Tbsp. onion pwdr
1 c. Chardonnay (1 to 1 1/2)
1/2 c. water
4 Tbsp. fresh dill chopped (4 to 5)
1 pt nonfat plain yogurt
1 pt nonfat cream cheese softened (1 to 1 1/2) salt to taste

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* (Remove leaves and cut into fine strips to prevent blackening)
2
NOTE: The original recipe did not call for nonfat cream cheese.
3
Skin the salmon fillet and remove the pin bones (usually 20-50) with needle-nose pliers.
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Place the fillet skin side down in a two-inch deep metal baking pan.
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Squeeze lemon juice onto the fish.
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Cover the fillet with the lemons, onions, parsley, basil, thyme, oregano, garlic pwdr and onion pwdr.
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Pour the wine and water into the pan.
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Cover the pan with plastic wrap, then with aluminum foil.
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Bake at 375-400 degrees for about 30 min.
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Check the fillet with a meat thermometer; when it reaches 130-140 degrees, remove and cold for 15-20 min.
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Remove foil and plastic wrap.
12
Remove the pcs of lemon and onion and drain juices.
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The salmon should be light pink.
14
To remove from baking pan, tightly cover the pan with fresh plastic wrap and flip the pan onto the plastic wrap.
15
Flip the fillet again from the wrap onto a serving tray.
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Garnish with Italian parsley, tomato roses or possibly thin lemon slices.
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Chill for at least one hour.
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Serve cool with Creamy Dill Sauce.
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Creamy Dill Sauce:Blend ingredients in food processor till smooth.

1411

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

110

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lb salmon fillet, 3 x lemons quartered, 2 x white onions quartered, 3 sprg fresh parsley minced (3 to 4), and more.

Yes, Baked Salmon With Creamy Dill Sauce Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!