Pan Seared Salmon with Dill Butter
This salmon with dill butter is a lifesaver on busy nights because it comes together in 15 minutes or less!
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 508
Ingredients
- Two 6oz salmon filets
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons salted butter room temperature (or ghee for paleo)
- 1/4 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 garlic clove grated or finely minced
- zest of half a lemon
Instructions
- Preheat a medium size skillet over medium high heat. Salt and pepper the salmon filets.
- Dill Butter: Combine the butter, dill, garlic and lemon zest in a small bowl. Stir to combine. Set aside.
- Pan Seared Salmon: In the preheated skillet, add the olive oil and cook the salmon (skin side up if it has skin) for 4-5 minutes on the first side, then flip it and cook another 4-5 minutes. The cook time will depend on the size and thickness of your salmon. You want the inside of the salmon to start to turn opaque and reach 135 degrees.
- After the salmon is cooked, remove from heat and top with 1 tablespoon of the dill butter. Serve immediately. Leftovers will keep refrigerated in an airtight container for 5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 508 | Total Carbs: 1.1g | Protein: 65.8g | Fat: 27.4g | Fiber: 0.4g | Net Carbs: 1g