Artificial Food Coloring Free Lemon-Dill Baked Salmon
Bright, citrusy, and deeply savory, this baked salmon is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels far more impressive than the effort it requires. A quick marinade of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and chopped dill does all the heavy lifting, coating each fillet in clean, vibrant flavor before it ever hits the oven. The small addition of ground turmeric gives the dish a warm golden hue that's completely natural — no synthetic dyes, no mystery additives, just a spice you likely already have in your pantry. For anyone navigating artificial food coloring concerns, this recipe is a breath of fresh air because every single ingredient is whole and straightforward, with nothing processed or artificially enhanced hiding in the list. Letting the fillets rest in the marinade for 15 minutes before baking is a simple step that makes a real difference, helping the lemon and dill soak into the fish so the flavor goes beyond just the surface. Baked alongside thin lemon rounds and finished with fresh dill sprigs, it's a dish that looks stunning on the plate without any artificial help. Serve it straight from the oven and watch it disappear.
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4 servings
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
For serving
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced into rounds
- fresh dill sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped dill, turmeric, black pepper, and salt until combined.
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