Pan-seared Salmon Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Served with seasonal vegetables.

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Ingredients

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1
Season the Salmon
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel, then season both sides with salt and black pepper.
2
Heat the Pan
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3
Cook the Salmon
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes without moving them, until the skin is crispy. Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.

4
Prepare the Vegetables
While the salmon is cooking, trim the asparagus and cut the zucchini into half-moon slices. Mince the garlic cloves.
5
Sauté the Vegetables
In the same skillet after removing the salmon, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the asparagus, zucchini, and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
6
Add Cherry Tomatoes
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes until they are slightly blistered.

7
Plate the Dish
Serve the pan-seared salmon on a plate alongside the sautéed seasonal vegetables. Enjoy your meal!