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10-Minute Pan-Seared Lemon Dill Salmon

Lemon Dill Salmon

Quick and flavorful Lemon Dill Salmon made with tender salmon fillets, fresh lemon, dill, garlic, and butter. This easy pan-seared salmon is ready in about 10 minutes and makes a delicious weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon juiced, plus wedges for serving
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and let it heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  • Carefully place the salmon fillets into the hot skillet. Cook without moving them until the first side is golden brown and releases easily from the pan.
  • Carefully flip the salmon. Add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Once the butter melts, spoon the garlic butter over the salmon.
  • Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon and add the fresh dill. Continue cooking briefly until the salmon is tender, flaky, and cooked through.
  • Transfer the salmon to serving plates. Spoon the lemon-butter pan juices over the top and garnish with additional fresh dill and lemon wedges.

Notes

 
  • Pat the salmon dry: Removing excess moisture before seasoning helps the fillets develop a beautiful golden-brown crust instead of steaming in the skillet.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: Give each salmon fillet enough room so hot air and oil can circulate around it. Cook in batches if necessary.
  • Use fresh lemon and dill: Fresh lemon juice and dill give this quick salmon recipe its bright, refreshing flavor and make the finished dish taste much fresher.
  • Avoid overcooking: Salmon cooks quickly, so keep an eye on the thickest part of each fillet. Remove it from the heat once it is tender and flakes easily.
 

Nutrition Facts

 
  • Calories: 330 kcal
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Carbohydrates: 2 g
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 95 mg
  • Sodium: 430 mg
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
 
Nutrition values are estimates and can vary depending on the salmon size, brand, and exact ingredients used.