Perfect Salmon

Achieve restaurant-quality seafood at home with this *Perfect Salmon* recipe, a quick and flavorful way to elevate your weeknight dinner or impress your guests. Featuring tender, flaky salmon fillets with irresistibly crispy skin, this dish is seasoned with a tantalizing blend of paprika, black pepper, and salt, then cooked to perfection in olive oil and butter for a silky finish. A splash of lemon juice and a touch of minced garlic add a burst of brightness, while fresh parsley lends a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 22 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining. Serve it with roasted vegetables, steamed rice, or a crisp green salad for a perfectly balanced and nutritious meal that will keep everyone coming back for seconds. Keywords: crispy salmon, easy salmon recipe, lemon butter salmon, quick seafood dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets (skin-on)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 4 pieces lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

1. Remove the salmon fillets from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature for 15 minutes. Pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

2. Season the salmon fillets evenly with salt, black pepper, and paprika on both sides.

Step 3

3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once the oil is hot, gently place the salmon fillets, skin-side down, in the skillet.

Step 4

4. Cook the salmon undisturbed for 5-6 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and golden brown.

Step 5

5. Carefully flip the salmon fillets using a spatula and reduce the heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet and spoon it over the salmon as it cooks for another 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 125°F (medium-rare) or 135°F (medium).

Step 6

6. In the last minute of cooking, add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant. Then drizzle lemon juice over the salmon.

Step 7

7. Remove the salmon from the skillet and let it rest for 2 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Step 8

8. Pair the salmon with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, steamed rice, or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(806.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1788.1

Total Fat 128.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 461.6mg	0%
Sodium 2842.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g	0%
Total Sugars 1.8g
Protein 150.8g	0%

Vitamin D 3581.1IU	0%
Calcium 108.7mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 2664.8mg	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: 64.6%

Protein: 33.7%

Carbs: 1.7%