Whole30 Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner with Whole30 Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce—a dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Perfectly seared salmon fillets are cooked to crispy, golden perfection and paired with a luscious, Whole30-compliant lemon dill sauce made from fresh lemon juice, creamy coconut milk, and fragrant Dijon mustard. The fresh dill and garlic bring vibrant herbaceous notes to the sauce, complementing the rich flavor of the salmon. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy, nutrient-packed recipe is ideal for anyone following a Whole30 diet or looking for a gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo-friendly option. Serve with a side of roasted veggies or cauliflower rice for a wholesome meal that’s guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon pepper
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard (Whole30 compliant)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup coconut milk
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with the salt and pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the skillet is hot, place the fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes without moving them, until they become crispy.
Carefully flip the salmon fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the salmon fillets from the skillet and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, dijon mustard, and minced garlic until combined.
Using the same skillet over medium heat, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Pour in the lemon juice mixture and let it cook for about 1-2 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
Stir in the coconut milk and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then remove from heat.
Add the chopped dill to the sauce and stir well to combine.
To serve, plate the salmon fillets and generously spoon the lemon dill sauce over the top.
Garnish with additional dill if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1223 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.6 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 3134 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 105.4 g | 211% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 177 mg | 4% | |
*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.
