Nightshade 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 simple marinade of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, zest, garlic, and dill does all the heavy lifting, coating each fillet in layers of herbaceous, tangy flavor before it even hits the oven. A pinch of turmeric adds a warm, golden hue and a subtle earthiness that makes the whole dish feel a little more special. For anyone navigating nightshade restrictions, salmon dishes can sometimes feel limited by the absence of tomato-based sauces or spice blends that sneak in paprika or chili — this recipe sidesteps all of that entirely without sacrificing a single bit of depth. Every ingredient here is clean and straightforward, so there's no label-reading required and no substitutions needed. The salmon bakes up flaky and tender, finished with fresh dill sprigs and thin lemon rounds that make it look as good as it tastes. It's the kind of recipe you'll come back to again and again, whether you're cooking for dietary reasons or just because it's genuinely delicious.
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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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