Pan-Seared Lemon Dill Salmon with Roasted Potatoes

Salmon fillets with a bright lemon-dill glaze served alongside crispy roasted potatoes for a balanced, elegant dinner.

Cuisine: American

Category: Seafood

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1.25 lbs salmon fillets
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp fresh dill
• 1.5 lbs potatoes
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1.5 lbs diced potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until golden and crisp.
2. Step 2: Pat 1.25 lbs salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Step 3: Add salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crisp. Flip and cook for 3-4 minutes more until internal temperature reaches 125°F.
4. Step 4: Squeeze juice from 1 lemon over salmon, then scatter 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill on top. Cook for 1 minute to infuse flavor.
5. Step 5: Serve salmon over roasted potatoes with extra dill for garnish.