Pan-Seared Salmon with Spinach and CoQ10 Citrus Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-06 · Updated 2026-05-06

A nourishing pan-seared salmon dish glazed with a bright citrus and CoQ10-infused sauce served atop sautéed spinach for a heart-healthy meal. This French recipe (gluten free, low carb), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, fresh spinach, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 pieces, 6 oz each salmon fillets
• 6 cups fresh spinach
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 100 mg (ensure food-grade) CoQ10 supplement powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Step 2: Place salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until crispy edges form, then flip and cook an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through and opaque.
3. Step 3: Remove salmon from skillet and set aside, keeping warm. In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil and sauté 3 minced garlic cloves over medium heat for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Stir in 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup orange juice, and 100 mg CoQ10 powder, whisking continuously for 2-3 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
5. Step 5: In another pan, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat and add 6 cups fresh spinach with 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, cooking for 3-4 minutes until wilted but still vibrant.
6. Step 6: To serve, plate the spinach, top with the seared salmon, and drizzle generously with the citrus CoQ10 glaze.