### Instructions
1. **Preheat & Prep:** Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. **Season the Salmon:** Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. This helps create a nice crust. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
3. **Oil & Spice:** Drizzle the olive oil over the salmon fillets. In a small bowl, combine the dried dill, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle this seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the salmon.
4. **Lemon Zest (Optional but Recommended):** Place a few lemon slices on top of each salmon fillet. This infuses a lovely citrus flavor as it bakes.
5. **Bake to Perfection:** Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of your fillets.
6. **Rest & Serve:** Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest for a minute or two before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives if desired.
### Short Tips
* **Don’t Overcook:** Salmon can dry out quickly. Keep an eye on it and aim for that perfect flakiness!
* **Pairing Perfection:** This salmon pairs beautifully with roasted asparagus, steamed green beans, a simple side salad, or quinoa.
* **Customizable Herbs:** Feel free to swap dill for other herbs like thyme, rosemary, or a sprinkle of Italian seasoning.
* **Sheet Pan Meal:** Add some chopped vegetables like broccoli florets, bell peppers, or cherry tomatoes to the baking sheet alongside the salmon for a complete sheet pan meal. Toss veggies with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper before adding.
* **Leftover Love:** Leftover salmon is fantastic flaked into salads, tossed with pasta, or in wraps for lunch the next day.
