Salmon with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce
If you’re looking for a simple yet restaurant-quality dinner at home, this pan-seared salmon with lemon garlic butter sauce is perfect. Packed with rich, buttery flavors balanced by the brightness of fresh dill and lemon, this dish is sure to impress. And it's ready in under 30 minutes!
Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce
Ingredients – Sauce
- 1 tsp avocado oil
- 2 tbsp red onion or shallots, finely diced
- 1–2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp dry vermouth or white wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp cold butter
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Ingredients – Salmon
- Four 6–8 oz salmon fillets (room temp)
- Avocado oil for searing
- Kosher salt and fresh black pepper
- Fresh dill and lemon wedges (garnish)
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: Heat avocado oil, then sauté shallots and garlic 2–3 min. Add vermouth and reduce by half. Whisk in butter, cream, lemon juice, and dill. Set aside.
- Cook the Salmon: Pat salmon dry, season, then sear skin-side up in hot pan. Flip once salmon cooks 1/4 up the side. Sear 3–4 min on other side.
- Serve: Plate salmon with a drizzle of sauce, fresh dill, and lemon wedge.
Nutrition
Per Serving (6–8 oz salmon fillet + 1/4 sauce + asparagus)
Calories: ~660 •
Protein: ~52g •
Carbs: ~6g •
Fat: ~47g
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Dietitian’s Tip:
For an even healthier twist, pair this dish with a side of steamed vegetables or a mixed green salad. You can also swap the heavy cream for coconut milk for a dairy-free option!
