Pan Seared Herbed Salmon
Elevate your dinner table with this Pan Seared Herbed Salmon, a quick and elegant recipe that combines crispy, golden-brown salmon with the vibrant flavors of fresh herbs and a zesty lemon butter sauce. Perfectly seasoned with a hint of garlic, this restaurant-quality dish is cooked to perfection in just 12 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or special occasions. Fresh parsley, dill, and thyme infuse every bite with aromatic goodness, while a luscious pan sauce made with browned butter and tangy lemon juice ties it all together. Serve this versatile salmon with your favorite roasted vegetables, fluffy rice, or a refreshing side salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Easy to prepare, yet utterly impressive, this skillet-seared salmon is guaranteed to become a go-to recipe in your repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets (skin-on)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill (finely chopped)
- 1 whole Lemon (thinly sliced and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Place the salmon fillets in the skillet, skin side down, and press down lightly with a spatula to ensure even contact with the pan.
Cook the salmon skin side down for 5-6 minutes or until the skin is crisp and releases from the pan easily. Flip the fillets carefully to the flesh side and cook for another 3-4 minutes or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside on a plate. Cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter. Allow the butter to melt and become slightly foamy.
Add the fresh parsley, dill, and thyme to the skillet. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
Squeeze lemon juice over the herb mixture and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the pan for extra flavor.
Return the cooked salmon fillets to the skillet briefly to coat them with the herbed butter sauce.
Transfer the salmon to serving plates. Garnish with thin slices of lemon and additional fresh herbs, if desired.
Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.4 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.0 g | 165% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 314 mg | 105% | |
| Sodium | 2611 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 89.8 g | 180% | |
| Vitamin D | 52.6 mcg | 263% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1676 mg | 36% | |
*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.
