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Grilled Salmon with Zesty Lemon-Dill Sauce and Spinach Salad
This light and heart-healthy main course features perfectly grilled salmon fillets, generously topped with a vibrant lemon-dill sauce. Paired with a fresh spinach and tomato salad, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is rich in omega-3s and fresh flavors, promoting cardiovascular health and overall well-being.
30 min4 servingsmediterraneanmain course
ketogenic
pescetarian
paleo
primal
whole30
mediterranean
Ingredients
- 4 fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 lemons
- 2 tsp dried dill
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 0.5 tsp cracked pepper
- 0.25 tsp white pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, minced
- 4 cups baby spinach leaves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 red onion
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cucumber, sliced
- 1 tbsp parsley flakes
Instructions
- 1Season salmon fillets with 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, cracked pepper, and garlic powder. Grill over medium-high heat for 4-6 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired doneness.
- 2In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of one lemon, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, dried dill, white pepper, and minced fresh chives to create the lemon-dill sauce.
- 3In a large bowl, combine baby spinach leaves, cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and sliced cucumber. Drizzle with Apple Cider Vinegar, a touch of extra virgin olive oil, and season with a pinch of sea salt and cracked pepper. Toss gently.
- 4Serve the grilled salmon fillets immediately, topped generously with the lemon-dill sauce. Garnish with parsley flakes and serve alongside the fresh spinach salad and lemon wedges.
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