Sear-Grilled Salmon with Dill

Name: Sear-Grilled Salmon with Dill
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lemon; 2 cloves garlic; 1 tbsp fresh dill

Salmon fillets seared to crisp perfection with a fresh dill and lemon glaze, highlighting the fish's natural richness.

Cuisine: American

Category: Seafood

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 10 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lemon
2 cloves garlic
1 tbsp fresh dill

Instructions

Step 1: Pat 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place salmon skin-side down in skillet and cook for 4 minutes until skin is crispy and golden.
Step 3: Flip salmon and cook for 3 minutes until internal temperature reaches 125°F (52°C) for medium-rare.
Step 4: While salmon cooks, mince 2 garlic cloves and chop 1 tbsp fresh dill. Whisk with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp lemon juice from 1 lemon.
Step 5: Transfer salmon to plates, drizzle with lemon-dill sauce, and serve immediately.