Crispy Skin Salmon

Crispy Skin Salmon is a delightful low-carb dish featuring perfectly seared salmon fillets with a crispy skin, enhanced by fresh herbs and lemon. It's a quick, healthy meal that pairs beautifully with sautéed vegetables or a light salad.

Crispy Skin Salmon
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • salmon fillets - 2 (about 150g each)
  • olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • salt - 1 teaspoon
  • black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
  • fresh dill - 1 tablespoon (chopped)
  • lemon - 1 (for juice and zest)

Steps

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and press down gently with a spatula for even cooking.
  4. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
  5. Flip the salmon fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
  6. Remove from heat, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, and sprinkle with chopped dill and lemon zest before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 34 g
  • Carbs: 0 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg
  • Total Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health.
  • High in protein, making it great for muscle building and repair.

Tags

AmericanLow CarbDinner