Whole30 Pan-Seared Salmon with Caper-Lemon Butter
Elevate your mealtime with this flavorful Whole30 Pan-Seared Salmon with Caper-Lemon Butter, a quick and healthy dish that comes together in just 25 minutes. Perfectly crispy salmon fillets are pan-seared to perfection, then topped with a luscious, tangy sauce made from ghee, garlic, lemon zest, and briny capers. This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with bold flavors that pair beautifully with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish is sure to impress while aligning seamlessly with Whole30 dietary guidelines. Serve the salmon with your favorite roasted vegetables or a crisp side salad for a light yet satisfying meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets, skin-on
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons ghee
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 pieces lemon wedges
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Sprinkle both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons of ghee. Once the ghee is hot and shimmering, place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the pan.
Cook the salmon for 4-5 minutes without moving, until the skin is crispy and releases easily from the pan. Carefully flip the fillets over using a spatula, and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the salmon is done to your liking.
Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside on a plate to rest.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining tablespoon of ghee and the minced garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and capers to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for an additional minute to let the flavors meld.
Stir in the chopped parsley and remove the pan from the heat.
Plate the salmon fillets and spoon the caper-lemon butter sauce over the top.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1660 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.7 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.8 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 535 mg | 178% | |
| Sodium | 1987 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.8 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 173.5 g | 347% | |
| Vitamin D | 62.9 mcg | 315% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 2342 mg | 50% | |
*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.
