Simple Baked Salmon with Lemon & Dill

This is the dinner I make when I want something that feels a bit special but takes approximately seven minutes of actual work. The salmon bakes in a parcel with lemon and dill. It steams gently, staying moist and tender. Serve with new potatoes and something green. It's light, fresh, and tastes like you're on a health retreat, minus the judgement.

Ingredients (Serves 2):

• 2 salmon fillets
• 1 lemon, thinly sliced
• A handful of fresh dill
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper
• Cooked new potatoes and steamed green beans to serve

Method:

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan).
2. Tear off two large squares of baking parchment or foil.
3. Place a salmon fillet in the centre of each. Top with lemon slices, dill, and a drizzle of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Fold the parchment over the fish and crimp the edges to seal, creating a parcel.
5. Place the parcels on a baking tray and bake for 12–15 minutes, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
6. Serve with new potatoes and green beans, spooning the herby juices from the parcel over everything.

Why it's gut-friendly: Salmon is packed with omega-3 fatty acids, which are anti-inflammatory and support brain health. Lemon and dill are gentle digestive aids. It's a light, easily digestible meal.