Salmon with Creamy Dill Yogurt Sauce : Fresh, Light, and Protein-Packed
Simple, elegant, and packed with lean protein, this Salmon with Creamy Dill Yogurt Sauce is a fresh take on a classic. The salmon is pan-seared or baked until tender and flaky, then topped with a cool, herby Greek yogurt sauce that adds brightness without the heaviness. It’s a clean, fast meal that pairs beautifully with roasted veggies, rice, or salad—and comes together in under 25 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets (4–5 oz each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full-fat)
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
Optional: lemon zest for added brightness
Instructions
Pat salmon dry and season with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook salmon skin-side down for 4–5 minutes, then flip and cook 2–3 minutes more, until opaque and flaky. (Alternatively, bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes.)
In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, and optional zest until smooth.
Serve salmon topped with a generous spoonful of dill yogurt sauce.
Nutrition
- Calories: 390
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Protein: 36g