Paleo Pan Seared Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this simple yet flavor-packed Paleo Pan Seared Salmon recipe! Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper, these salmon fillets are seared to crispy, golden perfection in heart-healthy olive oil. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice infuses the dish with a zesty brightness, while a garnish of fresh dill adds a fragrant, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this paleo-friendly recipe is not only quick and easy but also brimming with clean, wholesome ingredients ideal for a nutritious meal. Serve with extra lemon wedges for a customizable citrus kick and enjoy a restaurant-quality dish right at home!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the fillets, set aside the other half for serving.
Step 3
In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets.
Step 5
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 6
Place the salmon fillets, skin-side down, in the skillet. Cook without moving them for about 5-6 minutes or until the skin is crispy and easily releases from the pan.
Step 7
Carefully flip the fillets and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle chopped fresh dill over the salmon for added flavor.
Step 9
Transfer the salmon to a serving platter and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
Step 10
Serve with extra lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the fish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (598.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1203.5 |
| Total Fat 84.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 200mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2731.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 8.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.5g | |
| Protein 105.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 33.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 146.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories