Description
A quick and healthy 20-minute salmon dinner featuring perfectly seared salmon with simple seasoning and a fresh vegetable side for a balanced, flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets (about 180–200g each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup asparagus or green beans
- 1 tsp olive oil (for vegetables)
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Season salmon with salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4–5 minutes until crispy.
- Flip and cook another 3–4 minutes until cooked through.
- Add butter and garlic in the last minute, spooning over the salmon.
- Remove salmon and drizzle with lemon juice.
- In the same pan, sauté asparagus or green beans with olive oil for 5–6 minutes.
- Serve salmon with vegetables and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Do not overcook salmon to keep it tender and juicy.
- Use fresh salmon for best flavor.
- Can be baked or air-fried instead of pan-seared.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Pairs well with rice, quinoa, or salad.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-seared
- Cuisine: Mediterranean