Whole30 Perfectly Seared Salmon
Elevate your healthy eating game with this Whole30 Perfectly Seared Salmon recipe—a quick, flavorful dish that’s ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Featuring tender, skin-on salmon fillets seasoned with sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a touch of garlic powder, this recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Perfectly seared in olive oil until the skin is golden and crispy, the salmon boasts a restaurant-quality finish in just 20 minutes. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with zesty lemon wedges for a burst of brightness, this protein-packed, gluten-free recipe aligns with Whole30 guidelines and pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a crisp side salad. Whether you're meal planning or entertaining guests, this recipe is bound to impress with its simplicity and vibrant taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets, skin-on
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 whole lemon, sliced into wedges
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Remove the salmon fillets from the refrigerator and pat them dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear.
Season both sides of the salmon fillets with sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and allow it to become hot but not smoking.
Place the salmon fillets, skin-side down, in the pan. Use a spatula to lightly press the salmon down so that the skin has full contact with the pan.
Cook the salmon without moving it for 5-6 minutes. The salmon should be mostly cooked through and the skin should be crispy.
Gently flip the salmon fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked to your liking.
Remove the salmon from the pan and place it on a serving platter.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.
Enjoy your delicious and healthy Whole30 perfectly seared salmon.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
349 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.6 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 94 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 572 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.3 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 39.5 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.2 mcg | 71% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 557 mg | 12% | |
*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.
