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Pan-seared salmon fillet on a plate with lemon wedges and a fresh green salad.

Pan-Seared Salmon

Avatar photoRhonda Cawthorn
Sizzle up flaky, tender Pan-Seared Salmon in under 30 minutes! This easy, high-protein recipe is naturally gluten-free & perfect for a quick, healthy meal.
4.50 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 304 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 6-ounce salmon fillets, skin-on
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions
 

  • Allow the salmon fillets to rest at room temperature for about 15 minutes before cooking.
  • Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
    Pan Seared Salmon
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
  • Place the salmon fillets in the skillet, skin side up, and cook without moving them for 4-6 minutes until the underside is golden and crispy.
    Pan Seared Salmon
  • Carefully flip the salmon using a spatula and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the skin side or until the salmon is cooked to your desired doneness.
    Pan Seared Salmon
  • Remove from heat and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 304kcalCarbohydrates: 0.1gProtein: 34gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 366mgFiber: 0.03g
Keyword pan seared salmon, salmon
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