Pan Seared Lemon Dill Salmon
Pan Seared Lemon Dill Salmon is a quick and elegant dish that captures the essence of coastal dining right in your home. Featuring fresh salmon fillets seared to perfection with a zesty lemon and fragrant dill marinade, this recipe transforms a simple meal into a gourmet experience. Ready in just 10-15 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve it alongside seasonal vegetables or grains for a nutritious and delightful dinner that will impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) fresh salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 2 tsp dried dill)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, dill, and lemon juice to create a marinade.
- Marinate salmon for 15-30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add enough olive oil to coat the bottom.
- Sear salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until golden; flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until just cooked through.
- Plate and serve garnished with extra dill and lemon slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
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