This is Scandinavia on a plate! 🐟✨ Fresh salmon, fragrant dill, golden potato wedges, and a creamy dill-pickle sauce come together in a meal that’s as comforting as it is elegant. Salmon and dill are a classic pairing we never get tired of, and this dish is one we enjoy often in many different variations.
For this version, I’ve oven-baked a salmon fillet layered with dill and lemon zest, served it alongside crispy potato wedges tossed in olive oil and sea salt, and paired it with a rich dill sauce enhanced with pickles for extra flavor and texture. It’s simple, wholesome, and absolutely delicious. You have to try it!
Ingredients (Serves 4)
Salmon
- 1.6 lb salmon fillet
- ½ pot fresh dill (enough for both salmon and sauce)
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of salt
Potato Wedges
- 2 lb potatoes
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt flakes
- Fresh black pepper, to taste
Pickle & Dill Sauce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 10 pickles, finely diced
- ½ pot fresh dill, finely chopped
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. Prepare the Salmon
- Preheat oven to 350ºF (175ºC).
- Place the salmon fillet skin-side down in an oven-safe dish.
- Finely chop the dill. Zest and juice the lemon.
- Drizzle the salmon with lemon juice and olive oil, then sprinkle over dill and lemon zest to cover the entire surface. Finish with a pinch of salt.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 130º–140ºF (55º–60ºC). I prefer pulling it out at 130ºF, since the salmon will continue cooking slightly after being removed from the oven.
2. Make the Potato Wedges
- Preheat oven to 425ºF (220ºC).
- Wash (and peel if desired) the potatoes, then cut into wedges.
- Spread them out in a large baking dish, ensuring they’re not piled on top of each other.
- Toss with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden brown with a crisp crust.
3. Mix the Dill Sauce
- In a bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, diced pickles, dill, and a pinch of salt.
- Refrigerate until serving time for best flavor.
To Serve
Plate the baked salmon with a side of crispy potato wedges and a generous spoonful of creamy dill-pickle sauce. Garnish with extra dill if desired.
Smaklig måltid! (Enjoy your meal!) 🌿