Sautéed Salmon with Garlic and Dill
Elegant salmon fillets with a fragrant garlic-dill sauce, cooked to tender perfection in a single pan. This american-inspired seafood (keto) ready in about 20 minutes pairs (about 6 oz each) salmon fillets, olive oil, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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 (about 6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp fresh, chopped dill
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 4 salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 3: Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving until skin is crispy and golden.
- Step 4: Flip salmon and cook for 3-4 minutes more, until cooked through and flakes easily.
- Step 5: Push salmon to one side of the skillet and add 3 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 6: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped dill and cook for 10 seconds more, then serve immediately.
Equipment for this recipe
Top-rated tools to make this recipe successfully.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Salmon with Garlic and Dill take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sautéed Salmon with Garlic and Dill?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Salmon with Garlic and Dill?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sautéed Salmon with Garlic and Dill for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Sautéed Salmon with Garlic and Dill keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Simple and delicious. The dill really shines. Made it for date night and it was a hit.
- ★★★★★
Perfectly cooked salmon with a lovely garlic and dill flavor. My family loved it!
- ★★★★☆
Slightly bland, but the salmon was cooked perfectly. Would add more dill next time.
