Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Butter
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American · 25 min · Fish · pescatarian, keto, low-carb, high-protein
396 cal
34g protein
2g carbs
28g fat
per serving · estimated
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 lemon
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)
- Pat salmon dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering.
- Place salmon skin-side up and sear 4 minutes until a crust forms.
- Flip and cook 3 minutes more to 125F for medium.
- Lower heat, add butter, garlic, and lemon juice; spoon over the fish 1 minute.
- Finish with parsley and serve with the pan sauce.
Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.
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