Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Butter

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

scaled from 4 servings
  • 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)

  1. Pat salmon dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering.
  3. Place salmon skin-side up and sear 4 minutes until a crust forms.
  4. Flip and cook 3 minutes more to 125F for medium.
  5. Lower heat, add butter, garlic, and lemon juice; spoon over the fish 1 minute.
  6. 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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