Pan-Seared Salmon with Fresh Dill and Lemon

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Tender salmon fillets seared until crisp, finished with a vibrant sauce made from fresh dill and lemon zest. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, olive oil, fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season the salmon fillets with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper on both sides.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving until the skin is crispy and golden.
  4. Step 4: Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 125°F for medium-rare.
  5. Step 5: Remove the salmon from the skillet and transfer to a plate. Add 1/4 cup fresh dill, 1 lemon zest, and 2 tbsp lemon juice to the skillet, stirring to combine and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Step 6: Pour the sauce over the salmon and serve immediately.

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