Salmon with Feta Dill Sauce Recipe
A delightful and healthy Mediterranean-inspired recipe featuring perfectly cooked salmon fillets topped with a creamy, tangy feta dill sauce. This dish combines the richness of omega-3 packed salmon with fresh herbs and a zesty yogurt-based sauce, making it an impressive yet simple dinner option that pairs beautifully with light, fresh sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin on or off
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- Optional: lemon slices for roasting or garnishing
For the Feta Dill Sauce:
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: a splash of olive oil for richness
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper. Drizzle olive oil over the fillets to keep them moist and flavorful during cooking.
- Cook the Salmon: Choose one cooking method:
- Pan-searing: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon skin-side down if applicable and cook for 4–5 minutes until crispy. Flip and cook another 3–4 minutes until cooked through but still moist.
- Baking: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 12–15 minutes depending on thickness.
- Grilling: Preheat grill to medium-high and oil the grates. Grill salmon for 4–5 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Prepare the Feta Dill Sauce: While salmon cooks, combine crumbled feta, Greek yogurt, chopped dill, lemon juice, and minced garlic in a bowl. Stir until creamy but with some texture. Adjust salt and pepper to taste, and add a splash of olive oil if desired for extra richness.
- Serve: Plate the cooked salmon fillets and spoon generous dollops of feta dill sauce over the top. Garnish with additional fresh dill and lemon wedges if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality salmon—wild-caught preferred—for best flavor.
- Do not overcook salmon; medium to medium-rare yields juicier results.
- Adjust feta and yogurt quantities to achieve preferred creaminess or tanginess in the sauce.
- Prepare the sauce ahead to allow flavors to meld or just before serving for a fresher taste.
- Try adding smoked paprika or red pepper flakes to the sauce for subtle heat.
- Variations include adding diced cucumber, swapping dill for parsley or mint, or adding capers and olives for extra flavor.
- For a vegan version, substitute salmon with grilled tofu or portobello mushrooms and use vegan yogurt plus dairy-free feta alternatives.
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