Pan Seared Salmon
This Pan Seared Salmon recipe is quick and easy to make with the best golden brown crust and crispy skin. Ready in about 10 minutes, this makes for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 274kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 6-ounce salmon fillets
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- Lemon wedged, for serving
- Parsley chopped, for serving
Instructions
- Pat the salmon dry with a paper towel. Season each fillet with garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon on the hot oil skin side up, and cook without touching until golden, about 4 minutes. Carefully flip the salmon and continue cooking until you reach your desired doneness, 3 to 4 more minutes.
- Transfer to a platter, squeeze lemon juice on top and scatter with fresh chopped parsley.
Nutrition
Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.4g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 366mg | Potassium: 841mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.01g | Vitamin A: 69IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg