Pan Seared Salmon with Crispy Skin

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this elegant and flavorful Pan Seared Salmon with Crispy Skin. This quick and easy recipe highlights perfectly seasoned salmon fillets, cooked to tender, flaky perfection while achieving that sought-after golden, crispy skin. A quick lemon-garlic pan sauce adds a zesty, aromatic finish that elevates the dish without requiring extra effort. Ready in just 20 minutes, this wholesome seafood recipe pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables, a crisp salad, or your favorite grain for a balanced meal. Ideal for busy weeknights or an impressive dinner party entrée, this recipe is a must-try for salmon lovers craving a restaurant-quality dish at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces salmon fillets with skin
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 unit lemon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Take the salmon out of the refrigerator about 15 minutes before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature. This helps with even cooking.

Step 2

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure the skin will get crispy.

Step 3

Season the salmon fillets generously on both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 4

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot and shimmering, add the salmon fillets to the skillet skin-side down. Press down slightly with a spatula to ensure the skin is in full contact with the pan.

Step 6

Let the salmon cook undisturbed for about 5-6 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and easily releases from the pan.

Step 7

Flip the fillets carefully and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is just cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 8

While the salmon cooks, finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 9

Once the salmon is cooked, remove it from the skillet and set aside to rest.

Step 10

With the heat still on, add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté briefly until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 11

Turn off the heat and squeeze the juice of one lemon over the garlic, stirring to create a quick pan sauce. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 12

Pour the sauce over the salmon fillets and garnish with fresh dill, if using.

Step 13

Serve immediately with your choice of sides such as steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(716.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1400.8

Total Fat 100.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 280.0mg	0%
Sodium 2664.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 101.2g	0%

Vitamin D 2280.0IU	0%
Calcium 113.7mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 2087.7mg	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: 67.4%

Protein: 30.2%

Carbs: 2.4%