Delicious Salmon with Citrus-Herb Sauce
Indulge in a culinary masterpiece with this easy-to-make salmon recipe, featuring a vibrant citrus-herb sauce that elevates every bite. Fresh salmon fillets are perfectly seared and topped with a glossy sauce made from olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and aromatic garlic. This dish is not only visually stunning but also bursts with flavor, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skin-on salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- Season the salmon generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, and chopped herbs until smooth.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear the salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until crispy; flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Drizzle the sauce over the hot salmon just before serving. Garnish with extra herbs for visual appeal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 92mg