Pan Seared Salmon with Dill Butter

Pan Seared Salmon with Dill Butter

from tasteslovely.com
15 min
2 servings

This salmon with dill butter is a lifesaver on busy nights because it comes together in 15 minutes or less!

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

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat a medium size skillet over medium high heat. Salt and pepper the salmon filets.

  2. 2

    Dill Butter: Combine the butter, dill, garlic and lemon zest in a small bowl. Stir to combine. Set aside.

  3. 3

    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.

  4. 4

    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.