Pan-Roasted Herb Salmon with Citrus Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

Fresh salmon fillets pan-roasted with a mix of herbs, paired with a bright citrus salad to balance the rich flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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 pieces, 6 oz each salmon fillets
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp finely chopped regional fresh herbs (parsley, dill, chives)
• 1 large, peeled and segmented orange
• 1 medium, peeled and segmented grapefruit
• 1/4 small, thinly sliced red onion
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp honey
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Sprinkle 2 tbsp finely chopped regional fresh herbs evenly over the top. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place salmon fillets herb side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the edges are crispy.
2. Step 2: Flip salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 125°F for medium-rare or 140°F for medium.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, combine 1 large peeled and segmented orange, 1 medium peeled and segmented grapefruit, and 1/4 small thinly sliced red onion in a bowl. Drizzle with 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil and 1 tsp honey, then season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss gently.
4. Step 4: Serve the pan-roasted salmon atop or alongside the citrus salad for a bright, balanced dish.