Baked Salmon With Cucumber Sauce Recipe

Flaky baked salmon fillets are perfectly complemented by a refreshing and vibrant cucumber sauce. This healthy and elegant recipe is ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The bright flavors of the cucumber sauce cut through the richness of the salmon, creating a delightful balance of taste and texture. Easy to follow instructions make this dish accessible to all skill levels.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 0 mins
Calories 402 kcal
Protein 71g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
Baked Salmon With Cucumber Sauce 82

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Salmon With Cucumber Sauce

  • 2 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 cucumber
  • Butter
  • Dry white wine
  • Sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

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How to Make Baked Salmon With Cucumber Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Rinse and pat dry 2 (6-ounce) salmon fillets.
  3. Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Drizzle salmon with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. While salmon is baking, prepare the cucumber sauce:
  7. Peel and finely chop 1 cucumber.
  8. Combine chopped cucumber, 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
  9. Stir well to combine.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  11. Once salmon is cooked, transfer to plates and top with generous spoonfuls of cucumber sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

33g

Carbs

1g