
This slow-roasted salmon is tender, silky, and packed with fresh lemon and herb flavor. Served with a warm potato salad and a creamy dill mustard mayo, it makes an elegant seafood dinner that is surprisingly easy to prepare.
Preheat the oven to 120C (100C fan/gas 1/2). Scatter the lemon slices, thyme sprigs, and reserved dill stalks in a large shallow roasting tin. Season the salmon generously with salt and black pepper, then rub with half of the olive oil. Place the salmon skin-side up on the lemon and herbs and roast for 45-50 minutes, or until the fish is just firm and the skin lifts away easily. If using a thermometer, the thickest part should reach about 55C. Let the salmon cool slightly in the tin.
While the salmon roasts, put the potatoes in a large pan of cold salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes until just tender. Drain well.
Whisk 1 tbsp mustard, the lemon juice, and the remaining olive oil in a large bowl. Season lightly with salt and black pepper. Add the hot potatoes and toss gently so they absorb the dressing. Set aside and serve warm, or chill for later.
To make the dill mustard mayo, stir together the mayonnaise, the remaining 1 tbsp mustard, and the chopped dill leaves in a small bowl. Keep chilled until ready to serve.
Transfer the salmon to a serving platter if you like, or serve it straight from the roasting tin. Peel off and discard the skin, then gently scrape away the grey layer if preferred, revealing the pink flesh underneath.
Just before serving, brush the salmon with any remaining juices or oil from the tin and finish with a little sea salt. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled with the potato salad and dill mustard mayo on the side.
For the best texture, do not overcook the salmon; it should be softly set rather than flaky and dry. The potato salad and dill mustard mayo can both be made 1 day ahead and chilled. Leftover salmon will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and is excellent served cold.