Dill-Dusted Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Butter
Perfectly seared salmon fillets with a crispy skin, finished with a tangy lemon-butter sauce and fresh dill, served alongside a side of steamed green beans for a light yet satisfying meal. This american-inspired seafood (keto, low-carb) ready in about 22 minutes pairs each, skin-on salmon fillets, butter, juiced lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4, 6 oz each, skin-on salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1, juiced lemon
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz, trimmed green beans
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 4 salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper on both sides. Place skin-side down in a cold skillet and set over medium heat.
- Step 2: Cook for 6-7 minutes without moving, until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the salmon and cook for 3-4 more minutes until the internal temperature reaches 125°F for medium-rare, then remove from skillet and set aside.
- Step 3: Add 3 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet over medium heat. Once butter melts, add 1/4 cup lemon juice and 2 tbsp chopped dill, stirring to combine. Simmer for 1 minute until slightly thickened.
- Step 4: Add 8 oz trimmed green beans to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes until beans are tender-crisp, then return salmon to the skillet, skin-side up, to coat in the sauce. Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Dill-Dusted Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Butter take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Dill-Dusted Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Butter?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep each, skin-on salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Dill-Dusted Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Butter?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Dill-Dusted Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Butter for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Dill-Dusted Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Butter keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
