Pan Seared Lemon Soy Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Pan Seared Lemon Soy Salmon, a quick and flavorful recipe that strikes the perfect balance between savory and tangy. Tender salmon fillets are perfectly seared for a crispy golden crust, then bathed in a mouthwatering glaze made from soy sauce, fresh lemon juice, honey, and garlic. The caramelized sauce clings to the fish, adding a glossy finish and an explosion of umami flavors in every bite. With just 10 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples, this dish is ideal for busy nights yet impressive enough for entertaining. Garnished with vibrant lemon slices and optional fresh parsley, this salmon pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or even a crisp green salad. Perfect for a healthy, protein-packed meal that’s as delicious as it is easy to prepare!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 4 pieces lemon slices
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, fresh lemon juice, honey, and minced garlic. Set the marinade aside.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, place the salmon fillets skin-side up in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes without moving to allow the surface to sear.
Flip the salmon fillets gently with a spatula and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes on the skin side, depending on the thickness of the fillets.
Reduce heat to medium and pour the prepared soy-lemon sauce over the salmon. Spoon the sauce over the fillets as they cook for about 1-2 minutes, allowing the glaze to thicken slightly.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the salmon with lemon slices and chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve the pan-seared salmon immediately with your favorite side dishes such as steamed vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.3 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 3433 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.0 g | ||
| Protein | 109.0 g | 218% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 302 mg | 6% | |
*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.
