Baked Salmon with Creamy Dill Sauce and Roasted Broccoli

Ingredients:

For the Salmon:

• 2 salmon fillets (6-8 oz each)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 teaspoon dried dill or fresh dill (chopped)

For the Creamy Dill Sauce:

• 1/2 cup sour cream or full-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried dill or fresh dill (chopped)
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Roasted Broccoli:

• 1 bunch broccoli florets (~2 cups)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper
• Lemon wedges for serving

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Salmon:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Drizzle olive oil over the fillets, then season with salt, pepper, lemon zest, lemon juice, and dill.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.

2. Prepare the Creamy Dill Sauce:

1. In a small bowl, combine the sour cream or Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper.
2. Mix well and set aside. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

3. Roast the Broccoli:

1. While the salmon bakes, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Spread on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 15-20 minutes, until tender and slightly crispy at the edges.
3. Serve the broccoli with lemon wedges on the side.

4. Assemble and Serve:

• Plate the baked salmon with a dollop of the dill sauce on top.
• Add the roasted broccoli on the side.
• Garnish with extra dill or lemon wedges if desired.

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Tips:

• You can add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on the broccoli before roasting for extra flavor.
• For a different herb twist, try tarragon or parsley in the sauce.
• This meal is rich in healthy fats and perfect for a no-carb, high-protein diet.

Enjoy your flavorful, garlic-free, no-carb meal!