Fresh Seared Salmon Recipe

Inspired by Me & Billy

Time25m

Serves4

Make Fresh Seared Salmon Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Season the Salmon
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the salmon with salt and black pepper.
2
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
3
Sear the Salmon
Carefully place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes without moving them, until the skin is crispy.
4
Flip the Salmon
Using a spatula, gently flip the salmon fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
5
Add Lemon Juice
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon fillets before removing them from the skillet.

6
Prepare Asparagus
Trim the tough ends of the asparagus and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. In the same skillet used for the salmon, sauté the asparagus for 3-4 minutes until tender.
7
Prepare Cherry Tomatoes
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the skillet for the last minute of cooking, just to warm them through.
8
Garnish with Dill
Chop fresh dill and sprinkle over the salmon and vegetables for added flavor before serving.