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Lemon Dill Pan Fried Salmon with Herb Salad Recipe

1/17/18

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This Lemon Dill Pan Fried Salmon recipe pairs beautifully with our herb salad!  Quick and easy to make and, oh so delicious. Salmon is packed with omega 3 fatty acids that serve double-duty for your body: They promote proper brain function and they’re great for your hair and skin. If you need another reason to try this healthy, delicious recipe – it only takes about 20 minutes to get on the table!

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Tip: Sauté the salmon for 3 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or up to 5 minutes on each side for well done. Total cooking time will vary depending on thickness of the filets.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Serves: 4

lemon dill salmon

Lemon Dill Pan Fried Salmon with Herb Salad Recipe

A great pan-fried salmon recipe like this one is going to be a delicious high protein meal that everyone will love.  Rich flavors with a delicious dijon dressing on the salad makes this a perfect lunch or even dinner that everyone loves.

Ingredients for Pan-Fried Salmon and Herb Salad

1 T. extra virgin olive oil
4 6-oz. Alaskan wild-caught salmon filets
Salt and pepper, to taste
3 c. mixed salad greens
1 c. cherry or grape tomatoes halved
1 medium English cucumber, peeled, cut in half and seeded
4-5 fresh dill sprigs, roughly chopped
¼ c. fresh mint leaves, chopped
¼ c. fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 T. Dijon mustard
2 T. extra-virgin olive oil
2 T. apple cider vinegar
1 fresh lemon, cut into wedges

For garnish:
1 fresh lemon, cut into slices
2 sprigs fresh dill

Directions for Pan Seared Salmon and Herb Salad

Preheat the olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
Season the salmon with some salt and pepper on both sides and place skin-side down in the hot pan.
Sear for 3 – 4 minutes before carefully flipping the filets. Cook for another 3-4 minutes before removing from heat.

In the meantime, combine the mixed salad greens, tomatoes, cucumber, and fresh herbs in a large bowl and toss to combine. Set aside.

To make the dressing, whisk the Dijon mustard, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar in a small glass bowl and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Pour dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

To serve, season the salmon with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a few dill sprigs.
Serve with herb salad and enjoy!

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lemon dill salmon

Make this lemon dill pan-seared salmon as a delicious healthy meal that is rich in healthy fats and protein to satisfy your family!  A great option that is ready in minutes, and provides amazing nutrition!

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Deb is a travel writer/influencer from Michigan whose work takes her across the country in search of unique (think haunted & strange) and interesting attractions, landmarks, cities and towns.

She’s an avid road-tripper that loves staying in haunted locations, but enjoys everything from glamping to luxury accommodations.

She suffers from an incurable case of wanderlust, is a self-proclaimed wimp when it comes to extreme adventures, but is the first in line for ghost hunts.
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