Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Dill

Name: Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Dill
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 5 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 5 salmon fillets (skin on or off); 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1.5 pound asparagus (trimmed); 1 lemon (half thinly sliced, half for juice); 0.25 cup fresh dill (chopped); 1.5 cup couscous (dry); 1.5 cup boiling water or vegetable broth

Flaky pan-seared salmon fillets seasoned with fresh dill and lemon, accompanied by tender roasted asparagus and quick-cooking couscous for a light and wholesome meal.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 5
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $7.34/serving

Dietary

Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Soy-Free
Egg-Free
Pescatarian
Low-Sugar
High-Protein

Ingredients

5 salmon fillets (skin on or off)
0.75 teaspoon kosher salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1.5 pound asparagus (trimmed)
1 lemon (half thinly sliced, half for juice)
0.25 cup fresh dill (chopped)
1.5 cup couscous (dry)
1.5 cup boiling water or vegetable broth

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season salmon fillets on both sides with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
On a baking sheet, toss the trimmed asparagus with 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Roast for 10-12 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
While asparagus roasts, prepare the couscous. Place the dry couscous in a heatproof bowl. Pour 1 1/2 cups boiling water or vegetable broth over the couscous, cover tightly, and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Heat the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the salmon fillets skin-side down (if applicable) in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden.
Flip the salmon and continue cooking for 3-5 minutes, or until cooked to your desired doneness. A few lemon slices can be added to the pan to briefly cook alongside the fish.
Once cooked, remove the salmon from the skillet. Sprinkle salmon with fresh chopped dill and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Serve immediately with roasted asparagus and fluffed couscous.

Notes

Cooking time for salmon will vary based on thickness. For best results, don't overcrowd the pan when searing the fish to ensure a good crust.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 450
Protein: 42.1 g
Carbohydrates: 38.3 g
Fat: 15.5 g
Fiber: 7.1 g
Sodium: 480 mg
Saturated Fat: 2.9 g
Sugar: 3.2 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg