If you’re looking for a healthy, elegant, and easy dinner, this baked Greek-style salmon with lemon and dill checks all the boxes. It’s a recipe that’s simple enough for a weeknight meal but impressive enough to serve to guests. The fresh Mediterranean flavors shine through, making every bite vibrant and satisfying.
The secret to this dish is its simplicity. Start with high-quality salmon fillets, wild-caught if possible, and season them with just a few ingredients that do all the heavy lifting. A generous squeeze of fresh lemon juice, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of sea salt create the perfect base. Add in plenty of fresh dill for a bright, herby flavor that complements the richness of the fish.
What makes this dish distinctly Greek is its clean flavor profile. You won’t find heavy sauces here, just real ingredients that let the salmon speak for itself. Optional extras like sliced garlic, thin rounds of lemon layered on top, or a dusting of oregano bring even more depth and authenticity.
Baking the salmon in the oven is quick and foolproof. At 375°F (190°C), it takes about 12 to 15 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fillets. The salmon should flake easily with a fork and have a tender, moist interior. Be careful not to overbake, salmon continues to cook slightly once it’s out of the oven.
This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables, a fresh cucumber and tomato salad, or a side of orzo with lemon and parsley. For a traditional touch, serve it with a dollop of tzatziki or a wedge of lemon.
Greek-style salmon is a refreshing way to enjoy seafood, healthy, beautiful, and full of flavor. It’s the kind of meal that feels special without requiring a lot of time or effort. With just a few ingredients and one pan, you can bring the sunny flavors of the Mediterranean straight to your table.
Ingredients
- 4 fillets salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1 Lemon sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- dill for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, dried dill, salt, and pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets in a baking dish and brush both sides with the olive oil mixture.
- Arrange lemon slices on top of the salmon fillets.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh dill before serving.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Pretty good, but 2 cloves of garlic felt like a lot for me. Next time I’ll do 1 and add more lemon zest.
Fair point—2 cloves can be strong, especially if the garlic is punchy. Doing 1 and leaning more on the lemon zest sounds like a great adjustment (and dill helps too).
I didn’t have dill, so I used oregano instead. Still turned out great!
I don’t like fish… but my mom made it and she loves salmon. It smelled good!
Yum! Just yum! I could eat this every day! Best salmon recipe I’ve tried. Great job!
I’m glad you loved it! I think the dill really makes it special. 😍
Great recipe! Just what I needed for dinner, thanks!
Easy weeknight meal. I didn’t have dried dill so I used what I had (kind of thyme-y) and it still worked. Great with rice.
The instructions are simple which I like, but the ingredient list says ‘4 fillets salmon fillets’ which made me laugh. I used about 6 oz each and it worked great.
I tried this but used too much dill. It was like eating a pillow of herbs. I think a little goes a long way!
Too bland for my taste. I think it needed more spices or something. Maybe I’ll add some chili next time.
Meh. Too much lemon slices overwhelmed it for me. Also, I can’t find good dill where I live so maybe that’s the issue.
Meh. The flavor was fine, but it didn’t wow me. I think I needed a sauce or something—like maybe yogurt? Still, it was healthy.
Fair take. I made this once and thought the same thing—felt a little “just salmon + lemon” without a sauce. A quick yogurt-dill or tzatziki would probably make it pop.
Nah I liked it. The lemon and garlic already give flavor, and dill is strong enough. Sauce is just extra work tbh. Healthy win ✅
I tried it but my salmon was way too dry. Maybe I did something wrong?
Easy to make and taste like a restaurant dish! Will definitely make again. 😍
I think 2 tbsp olive oil is too much for only 4 fillets. Mine came out a bit oily, but the flavor was still nice. Might cut oil in half.
I think the recipe is solid, but I was confused by the ingredient line that says “1 Lemon sliced” and then “dill for garnish”—do I add more dill in the oil mix? Either way, good flavor, but I’d tweak the directions.
First time cooking fish, and it was a disaster! I burnt it. 🤦♂️
Honestly I was skeptical about 15 minutes, but it turned out great. I watched it closely and it was juicy, not dry. Super solid weeknight meal.
Good but needed more seasoning. I added some paprika for a kick!
I think the paprika was a great idea! I usually add some lemon pepper too. Makes it pop!
Honestly, I don’t know what you’re talking about! This recipe’s perfect as is! You don’t need to mess with it.
Wow, restaurant-level. I served it with rice and it soaked up the garlic-dill oil like crazy. Will absolutely make again.
Not bad, but I thought there was too much dill. 🤔
I actually found the dill to be just right! Maybe try using less if you don’t like it so strong next time?
Too much dill? Really? Seems like you just don’t know how to appreciate good flavors!