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Pan Seared Salmon

This pan seared salmon is tender salmon fillets coated in the most delicious garlic butter sauce. A super easy dinner option that can be on the table in less than 20 minutes!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 349 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets 4-6 ounces each
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic 
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Instructions

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  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Place the salmon fillets, skin side up, in the pan. Cook undisturbed for 5 minutes, or until a golden brown crust forms.
  3. Carefully flip the salmon and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes or until fish is opaque and easily flakes.
  4. Remove the salmon from the pan. Add the butter to the pan and melt.
  5. Add the garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Stir in the lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Place the salmon back in the pan. Spoon the sauce over the top.
  7. Sprinkle the parsley over the salmon, then serve.

Notes

  • To get the best golden brown crust on your fish, you’ll want to make sure your pan is very hot and that the salmon fillets are patted dry before they are added to the pan. Let your salmon cook undisturbed for about 5 minutes for the best results.
  • I like to use wild salmon when possible, as it’s more flavorful and has more nutrients than farmed salmon
  • Be sure not to overcook your fish! Your salmon is done when it’s opaque and easily flakes. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 349kcal (17%) Protein 33g (66%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 116mg (39%) Sodium 150mg (6%) Potassium 833mg (24%) Vitamin A 330IU (7%) Vitamin C 1.3mg (1%) Calcium 23mg (2%) Iron 1.4mg (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 349

% Daily Value*

Calories 349kcal 17%
Protein 33g 66%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 116mg 39%
Sodium 150mg 6%
Potassium 833mg 18%
Vitamin A 330IU 7%
Vitamin C 1.3mg 1%
Calcium 23mg 2%
Iron 1.4mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.