Pan-Seared Salmon with Citrus-Herb Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-04 · Updated 2026-07-04

Tender pan-seared salmon fillets served with a bright and zesty citrus-herb sauce that complements the rich fish perfectly. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood 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 350 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 salmon fillets
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp orange juice
• 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tsp honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
3. Step 3: Add the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving until the edges are crispy and golden.
4. Step 4: Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until just cooked through and opaque.
5. Step 5: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp orange juice, 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp honey until well combined.
6. Step 6: Remove salmon from skillet and spoon the citrus-herb sauce generously over each fillet before serving.