Pan-Seared Salmon with Dill and Lemon Steamed Broccoli
Perfectly seared salmon fillets with a bright lemon-dill finish, served over vibrant steamed broccoli for a nutrient-packed dinner.
Cuisine: American
Category: Seafood
Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.
Serves 4.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1, sliced lemon
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 1 lb, florets broccoli
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Place salmon skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes until skin is crisp and golden. Flip and cook for 3-4 minutes more until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
- Step 3: Remove salmon to a plate. Add 1 lemon, sliced, and 1 tbsp fresh dill to the skillet, stirring for 30 seconds to infuse. Pour lemon-dill oil over salmon. Steam 1 lb broccoli florets for 5-7 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.