Pan-Seared Salmon with Citrus and Dill Vinaigrette

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

Crisp-skinned salmon fillets pan-seared to perfection, topped with a bright citrus and fresh dill vinaigrette for a refreshing finish. This Mediterranean-inspired Father’s Day recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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), skin on salmon fillets
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp orange juice
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tbsp minced shallot
• 1 tbsp capers

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets with skin on, then season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes without moving until skin is crisp and golden.
3. Step 3: Flip salmon carefully and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp orange juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tsp honey, 1 tbsp minced shallot, and 1 tbsp capers to create the vinaigrette.
5. Step 5: Spoon the citrus and dill vinaigrette evenly over the cooked salmon fillets just before serving for a bright and herbaceous complement.