Pan-Seared Salmon with Dill and Lemon Slices

Name: Pan-Seared Salmon with Dill and Lemon Slices
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1, sliced into rounds lemon; 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Salmon fillets seared to golden perfection, topped with fresh dill and lemon slices for a light, flavorful meal.

Cuisine: American

Category: Whole30

Prep: 5 minutes. Cook: 10 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
2 tbsp olive oil
1, sliced into rounds lemon
2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place salmon skin-side down and cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes until skin is crisp and golden.
Step 3: Flip salmon, add lemon slices on top, and cook 3-4 minutes more until fish flakes easily. Remove from heat and top with 2 tbsp chopped dill.