Pan-Seared Scottish Salmon with Dill and Mustard Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

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Rich Scottish salmon fillets pan-seared to perfection and topped with a tangy dill and mustard sauce that brightens the dish. This British-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs Scottish salmon fillets, skin on, salt, black pepper, freshly ground 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 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 British cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 fillets (6 oz each) Scottish salmon fillets, skin on
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
1 tsp honey

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 Scottish salmon fillets (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden brown.
Step 3: Flip the fillets carefully and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, and 1 teaspoon honey until smooth.
Step 5: Serve the salmon immediately topped with the dill mustard sauce, accompanied by steamed new potatoes or a fresh green salad.