Low Fat Crispy Pan-Fried Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this *Low Fat Crispy Pan-Fried Salmon* recipe—a perfect blend of health and flavor! Featuring succulent skin-on salmon fillets seasoned with a flavorful mix of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and freshly cracked black pepper, this dish achieves a delightfully crispy skin with just a quick spritz of olive oil spray. In under 25 minutes, you'll have a heart-healthy, protein-packed meal that's bursting with fresh flavors, thanks to a finishing squeeze of lemon juice. Simple yet satisfying, this low-fat recipe offers a restaurant-quality result at home—perfect for busy weeknights or a special occasion. Serve alongside a vibrant salad or steamed vegetables for a wholesome and crave-worthy dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Skin-on salmon fillets
- 1 whole Lemon
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 as needed Olive oil spray
Instructions
Begin by patting the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. This will help achieve a crispy skin.
Season both sides of the salmon fillets with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika, making sure to evenly coat the fish.
Cut the lemon into wedges and set aside for serving later.
Preheat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. When hot, lightly spray the pan with olive oil spray.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the pan. Cook for about 6-7 minutes without moving the fillets. This will allow the skin to become crispy.
Carefully flip the salmon fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side, or until the fish is cooked through and easily flakes with a fork.
Remove the salmon from the pan and allow it to rest for 2 minutes.
Serve the crispy pan-fried salmon immediately with lemon wedges on the side for an added burst of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
854 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.6 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.5 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 252 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 1419 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 89.2 g | 178% | |
| Vitamin D | 52.6 mcg | 263% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1585 mg | 34% | |
*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.
