Low Fat Pan Seared Salmon with Crispy Skin
Indulge in the perfect balance of flavor and health with this Low Fat Pan Seared Salmon with Crispy Skin recipe. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining, this dish showcases beautifully seared salmon with irresistibly crispy skin, seasoned with a simple yet vibrant blend of salt, black pepper, fresh dill, and zesty lemon. A light spray of olive oil keeps the calorie count low while maintaining the rich, savory essence of perfectly cooked salmon. Ready in just 25 minutes from prep to plate, this recipe is a high-protein, low-fat delight that pairs effortlessly with fresh vegetables or whole-grain sides. Discover how easy it is to elevate your healthy eating routine with this flavorful salmon dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- olive oil spray
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure the skin becomes crispy during cooking.
Sprinkle each fillet with salt and black pepper on both sides, ensuring even coverage.
Zest the lemon and set aside the zest, then cut the lemon into wedges.
Preheat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Lightly spray the bottom of the pan with olive oil spray to coat.
Once the pan is hot, carefully place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the pan. Use a spatula to gently press down on the fillets to prevent curling.
Allow the salmon to cook undisturbed for about 6 minutes or until the skin is crispy and lifts easily from the pan.
Flip the salmon fillets and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the salmon is cooked through but still moist.
Transfer the salmon to a serving plate and sprinkle with fresh dill and lemon zest.
Serve the salmon with lemon wedges on the side for drizzling. Enjoy your low-fat meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
943 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.5 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 2764 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 104.9 g | 210% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 28 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 121 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.
