Treat your taste buds to a scrumptious pan-seared salmon recipe with lemon and herbs that is easy to make and packed with flavor. Perfect for any occasion, this delightful dish is a great way to enjoy the delicious taste of salmon.
Ingredients
The ingredients you will need to make this recipe are:
• 4 salmon fillets (6oz each)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 lemon, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Directions
1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the salmon fillets to the skillet, skin-side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
4. Turn the salmon fillets over and add the garlic, basil, and thyme to the skillet.
5. Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the salmon and add the lemon slices to the skillet.
6. Cook the salmon for an additional 4-5 minutes, until it is cooked through and easily flakes apart.
7. Garnish the salmon with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.