Roasted Salmon with Smoked Salmon Topping

Name: Roasted Salmon with Smoked Salmon Topping
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 tbsp Butter; 1 pinch Cayenne Pepper; 2 tbsp Fresh Dill; 2 tbsp Green Onion; 0.5 whole Lemon; 1.5 cups Mashed Potatoes; 1 pinch Salt; 2 whole Seasoned Salmon; 4 slices Smoked Salmon

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Roasted Salmon with Smoked Salmon Topping layers tender, buttery fillets beneath a silky cloak of smoked salmon for a rich, gently smoky bite. Fresh dill or tarragon and a gloss of melted butter brighten the fish, while optional mashed potatoes add comforting creaminess—perfect for a cozy dinner or a polished yet simple weeknight meal.

Prep15 mins
Cook20 mins
Serves2
DifficultyEasy

1

Season the tops of the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and a little cayenne. Brush half of the melted butter over the surface. Sprinkle with chopped dill, then drape 2 slices of smoked salmon over each fillet to cover the surface and sides. Refrigerate the prepared fish until needed.
2

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
3

Spread the mashed potatoes into 2 baking dishes (such as oval ramekins), and place the salmon fillets on top. If desired, sprinkle a little cayenne over the top. Set the baking dishes on a baking sheet to make transferring easier.
4

Roast the salmon in the preheated oven until the internal temperature at the center of the thickest part of each fillet reaches 135 to 140 degrees F (57 to 60 degrees C), about 00:20:00.
5

After roasting, brush the remaining melted butter over the tops of the salmon fillets and garnish with green onions. Serve with lime wedges.