Salmon with Pepita Lime Butter

Brighten up your seafood dinner with this vibrant and flavorful Salmon with Pepita Lime Butter recipe, a stunning combination of zesty citrus and nutty crunch. Perfectly pan-seared salmon filets are cooked to tender flakiness, then crowned with a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth butter infused with lime zest, fresh cilantro, and roasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds). The dual texture of creamy butter and crunchy pepitas adds a gourmet twist, while the hint of garlic and lime juice elevates every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is ideal for both weeknight dinners and elegant entertaining. Pair it with roasted vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete meal loaded with fresh, vibrant flavors and delightful textures. Keywords: salmon recipe, lime butter, easy seafood dinner, pepitas, healthy weeknight meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) Salmon filets (skin-on or skinless)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 teaspoon Lime zest
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 0.25 cup Roasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)

Directions

Step 1

1. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Step 2

2. Pat the salmon filets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

3. Place the salmon filets in the skillet, skin-side down if applicable, and cook for 3-4 minutes without moving to achieve a crispy sear.

Step 4

4. Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

5. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, lime zest, lime juice, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro. Mix well until smooth.

Step 6

6. Roughly chop the roasted pepitas and fold them into the lime butter mixture.

Step 7

7. Spoon a generous amount of the pepita lime butter over each cooked salmon filet while still warm, allowing the butter to melt slightly.

Step 8

8. Serve immediately, garnished with extra pepitas or cilantro if desired, alongside your preferred sides like roasted vegetables or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(269.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1061.5

Total Fat 101.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 195.4mg	0%
Sodium 2442.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 1.2g
Protein 32.9g	0%

Vitamin D 624.5IU	0%
Calcium 57.4mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 715.4mg	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: 84.5%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 3.3%