Paleo Pan Seared Salmon with Crispy Skin
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Paleo Pan Seared Salmon with Crispy Skin recipe—a perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication. Crafted to maximize flavor and texture, this dish showcases tender, flaky salmon fillets with irresistibly crispy skin, achieved through expert pan-searing techniques. Seasoned with sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and finished with a vibrant garnish of fresh parsley and a squeeze of zesty lemon juice, this healthy, dairy-free, and gluten-free recipe is ideal for anyone following a paleo or low-carb lifestyle. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's a quick and impressive meal that pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a wholesome serving suggestion. Prepare to savor the ultimate combination of crispy and juicy in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets, skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Properly drying the fillets will help the skin get extra crispy.
Season the salmon fillets on both sides with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Ensure the oil is hot before adding the salmon to achieve maximum crispiness.
Place the salmon fillets in the skillet skin-side down. Gently press down on each fillet with a spatula to ensure even contact with the skillet.
Cook the salmon for 5 to 7 minutes, allowing the skin to crisp up. Avoid moving the fillets during this process to achieve the best texture.
Once the skin is crispy and the salmon is cooked halfway through, carefully flip the fillets.
Reduce the heat to medium and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked to your desired doneness.
Remove the salmon from the skillet and let it rest for 1 to 2 minutes before serving.
Garnish the salmon with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fillets just before eating for a bright, citrusy flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1502 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.6 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 415 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 2708 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.8 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 172.8 g | 346% | |
| Vitamin D | 62.9 mcg | 315% | |
| Calcium | 111 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2254 mg | 48% | |
*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.
