Sauteed Salmon
Elevate your dinner game with this easy and flavorful sautéed salmon recipe! Perfectly crisp skin and tender, flaky flesh make this dish a restaurant-worthy meal that's ready in just 15 minutes. Seasoned simply with salt and black pepper, the salmon's natural flavor shines, while a quick butter basting adds richness and depth. This one-pan wonder is finished with a burst of zesty lemon juice and an optional sprinkle of fresh parsley, making it as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ideal for busy weeknights or an elegant date night, this recipe pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, a fresh green salad, or your favorite grains. Get ready to impress with this quick and healthy seafood staple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Salmon fillets (skin-on)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 2 pieces Lemon wedges
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Swirl the oil to coat the bottom of the pan.
Once the oil is hot and shimmering, place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Press gently with a spatula to ensure the skin makes good contact with the pan.
Cook the salmon for 4-5 minutes, or until the skin is crisp and releases easily from the pan.
Flip the salmon fillets and reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter to the pan and baste the salmon with the melted butter using a spoon.
Cook the salmon for another 3-4 minutes, or until it reaches your preferred level of doneness (medium-rare internal temperature is about 125°F/51°C).
Remove the salmon from the skillet and let it rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Garnish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of chopped parsley, if desired. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
646 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.0 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 157 mg | 52% | |
| Sodium | 2481 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 44.2 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 26.3 mcg | 132% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 760 mg | 16% | |
*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.
