Dairy-Free Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce
Indulge in the perfect balance of elegance and simplicity with this Dairy-Free Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce. Featuring tender, golden-brown salmon fillets served with a tangy, herbaceous sauce, this recipe is a wholesome, dairy-free option that’s both weeknight-friendly and dinner-party-worthy. Infused with the bright flavors of fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and aromatic dill, the sauce perfectly complements the rich, flaky salmon. With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, you’ll have a restaurant-quality meal on your table in no time. Whether you’re looking for a gluten- and dairy-free alternative or simply a light and refreshing seafood dish, this recipe is sure to impress. Serve with steamed vegetables, rice, or a crisp green salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Perfect for seafood enthusiasts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side up in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Turn the fillets over and sear the skin-side for another 4 minutes, until the salmon is just cooked through and leaves the skillet easily.
Remove the salmon from the skillet and place on a serving plate. Cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and water to the skillet, stirring to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, and let it cook for 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Stir in the chopped dill and cook for one more minute. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve the salmon fillets drizzled with the lemon dill sauce. Garnish with additional fresh dill if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1237 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.2 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 2997 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 104.9 g | 210% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 126 mg | 3% | |
*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.
