Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon-Dill Sauce for Summer Celebrations

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-04 · Updated 2026-07-04

Simple pan-seared salmon filets topped with a refreshing lemon-dill sauce, perfect for a light. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs salmon filets, olive oil, kosher salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces, 6 oz each salmon filets
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
• 1 minced garlic clove

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 salmon filets (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add salmon filets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the edges are crispy and golden.
3. Step 3: Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through but still moist inside. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, and 1 minced garlic clove. Mix well until smooth.
5. Step 5: Serve the salmon filets topped with the lemon-dill sauce, garnishing with extra dill if desired.