Sauteed Salmon with Lime Honey Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Sautéed Salmon with Lime Honey Sauce—a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and sweet flavors in every bite. Tender, golden-seared salmon fillets with crispy skin are draped in a luscious sauce made from fresh lime juice, rich honey, and buttery garlic, finished with a hint of zesty lime and optional cilantro for a fresh, aromatic touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy salmon recipe is ideal for busy evenings yet elegant enough to impress dinner guests. Serve it with steamed rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables for a vibrant, wholesome meal that packs a citrusy punch. Perfect for seafood lovers seeking bold, fresh flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets, skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 4 pieces lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Place the salmon fillets, skin-side down, in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and the salmon is mostly cooked through. Do not move the fillets while they cook to ensure a crisp skin.
Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon, until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the fresh lime juice, honey, and lime zest, scraping the pan to deglaze and incorporate any brown bits for added flavor.
Let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes to slightly thicken, stirring continuously.
Return the salmon to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the fillets to coat them evenly. Cook for 1 more minute to heat through.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrus.
Pair with steamed rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1849 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 109.5 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.0 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 477 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 2749 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.8 g | ||
| Protein | 173.4 g | 347% | |
| Vitamin D | 62.9 mcg | 315% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2305 mg | 49% | |
*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.
