Pan-Seared Salmon with Charred Corn and Cilantro Lime Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-30 · Updated 2026-06-30

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A vibrant salmon dish featuring pan-seared fillets served atop smoky charred corn and finished with a zesty cilantro lime dressing. This Mexican-inspired seafood recipe (gluten free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, olive oil, fresh corn kernels for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces, 6 oz each salmon fillets
3 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels
1/2 cup, chopped cilantro leaves
3 tbsp, fresh lime juice
2, minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp (optional) red chili flakes

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until the corn is charred and golden brown in spots. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Step 2: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 2 tbsp olive oil to the same skillet and heat over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 3: Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes without moving, until the edges are crispy and the skin releases easily. Flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
Step 4: While salmon cooks, whisk together 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp honey, and a pinch of 1/4 tsp red chili flakes in a small bowl until well combined and fragrant.
Step 5: Serve each salmon fillet atop a bed of charred corn, drizzled generously with the cilantro lime dressing.