Pan-Seared Lemon-Dill Fish Fillets

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Quick-cooked salmon fillets with a bright lemon-dill finish, served with a simple herb garnish. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs Salmon fillets, Olive oil, Lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 2 salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 minced garlic clove and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Place salmon fillets in the skillet, skin-side down if applicable, and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for 3-4 more minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and top with 1 sliced lemon wedge and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill. Serve immediately.

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