Crispy Salmon
This restaurant-quality way to prepare salmon is perfect for a weeknight dinner or for a nice evening with friends. The key is using a cast-iron pan at medium to high heat so the salmon gets nice and crispy. The fact that it's so easy to make is an added bonus!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time15 minutes mins
Course: Lunch and Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: French
Keyword: Dinner, Healthy, Lunch, Salmon
Skill: beginner
Servings: 4
Calories: 170kcal
- 4 8-ounce fillets of salmon, skin on
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Wash salmon and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
Over medium heat, heat the olive oil in a cast iron skillet. Place the salmon in the pan, skin-side down. Cook 5 to 7 minutes, until skin is very crisp.
Flip fish and cook the other side for an additional minute. Remove from skillet and serve with lentil salad.
Serving: 1g | Calories: 170kcal | Protein: 23g | Fat: 8.5g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 85mg