Pan Seared Salmon

Discover the perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication with this Pan Seared Salmon recipe—a quick yet elegant dish that highlights the natural flavors of tender, flaky salmon. In just 22 minutes, including prep and cook time, you’ll create a restaurant-quality meal with a golden, crispy skin and a juicy, flavorful interior. Seasoned with a hint of garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, and finished with fresh dill and a squeeze of zesty lemon, this dish is a celebration of bright, fresh ingredients. Ideal for weeknight dinners or an impressive dinner party entrée, this easy skillet recipe pairs beautifully with a green salad, roasted veggies, or your favorite side dish for a healthy, satisfying meal. Perfect for seafood lovers and busy home cooks alike, this Pan Seared Salmon is a go-to recipe for any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 whole Lemon
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill

Directions

Step 1

Take the salmon fillets out of the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature for about 10 minutes while preparing other ingredients.

Step 2

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps achieve a nice, crispy skin.

Step 3

Season both sides of the salmon fillets with the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until it is shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes.

Step 5

Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot skillet. Press them lightly with a spatula to ensure the skin is in contact with the skillet. This will help it become crispy.

Step 6

Cook the salmon fillets skin-side down for about 5-6 minutes without moving them. This duration might vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.

Step 7

Use a spatula to carefully flip the salmon fillets and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes, until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 8

While the salmon is cooking, slice the lemon into wedges.

Step 9

Remove the salmon fillets from the skillet and transfer them to a plate. Let them rest for a minute.

Step 10

Garnish the salmon fillets with fresh dill and serve with lemon wedges alongside.

Step 11

Optional: Serve with a side of your choice, such as a green salad or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(598.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1198.4

Total Fat 84.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 200mg	0%
Sodium 2765.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.1g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 105.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 30.4mg	0%
Iron 4.0mg	0%
Potassium 134.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.7%

Protein: 34.8%

Carbs: 2.5%