Pan-Seared Salmon with Dill Crust

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-12 · Updated 2026-04-12

Salmon fillets coated in a herbed dill and almond crust, pan-seared to perfection. This Scandinavian-inspired seafood recipe (gluten-free, low carb), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, almonds, dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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 (6 oz each, skin-on) salmon fillets
• 1/4 cup, finely ground almonds
• 2 tbsp fresh, chopped dill
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat salmon skin dry with paper towels. Mix ground almonds, 1 tbsp dill, lemon zest, garlic powder, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a shallow dish.
2. Step 2: Press seasoned almond mixture evenly over both sides of salmon fillets, pressing gently to adhere.
3. Step 3: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 1 minute).
4. Step 4: Place salmon skin-side down in skillet and cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until skin is crisp and golden, then flip and cook 2-3 minutes more until fish is just opaque in the center.
5. Step 5: Transfer skillet to preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) and bake for 5-6 minutes until internal temperature reaches 125°F (52°C) for medium-rare, or to desired doneness.