Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Dill Gremolata

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-03 · Updated 2026-07-03

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Tender salmon fillets pan-seared to crispy perfection and topped with a bright, fresh lemon dill gremolata for a light Whole30 seafood dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe (whole30, gluten free), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, olive oil, sea salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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.

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Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp lemon zest
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1 small, minced garlic clove

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
Step 3: Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes until skin is crisp and golden.
Step 4: Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Step 5: While the salmon cooks, combine 1 tbsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, and 1 small minced garlic clove in a small bowl to make the gremolata.
Step 6: Serve the salmon topped generously with the lemon dill gremolata.