Pan-Seared Irish Salmon with Creamy Dill Sauce

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

Fresh Irish salmon pan-seared to crispy skin perfection and served with a rich, creamy dill sauce for a simple elegant dinner. This irish-inspired st. patrick’s day ready in about 20 minutes blends salt, black pepper, olive oil into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. 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 fillets (6 oz each) Irish salmon fillets
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic clove, minced

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 Irish salmon fillets and season both sides with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving until the skin is crisp.
3. Step 3: Flip the salmon fillets and add 1 tablespoon unsalted butter to the pan. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.
4. Step 4: While the salmon cooks, mix 1/2 cup Greek yogurt with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1 minced garlic clove in a small bowl until combined and creamy.
5. Step 5: Serve the salmon hot with a dollop of the creamy dill sauce on top and a wedge of lemon on the side.