Herb-Crusted Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce

Enjoy a perfectly pan-seared salmon fillet, encrusted with fresh herbs and served with a zesty lemon butter sauce. This dish is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner.

Main Dish
easy 20 min 400 cal
Steps

1. Season the salmon fillet with salt and pepper on both sides. 2. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil with the chopped herbs (dill, parsley, chives). 3. Coat the salmon fillet with the herb mixture on the top side. 4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the salmon, herb side down. 5. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily. 6. In the same skillet, add the butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and zest. Stir to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. 7. Serve the salmon drizzled with the lemon butter sauce.

Ingredients

1 salmon fillet (6 oz) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon butter 1 lemon (juice and zest) 1 clove garlic, minced

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