Description
A simple and delicious pan-seared salmon recipe with lemon and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb salmon fillet
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the salmon dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides of the salmon with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, minced garlic, dill, and parsley.
- Pour the lemon-herb mixture over the salmon in the skillet.
- Cook for an additional minute, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute other fresh herbs like chives or thyme.
- For a crispier skin, ensure the salmon is thoroughly dried before searing.
- Adjust seasoning to your preference.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
