If you love salmon, try our Easy Lemon Pepper Salmon.
Ingredients
Salmon is such a delicious and healthy source of protein and I love serving it in a variety of ways. A simple dill yoghurt sauce, some sliced cucumber and avocado is all you need for a super satisfying, good-for-you meal. I used thick Greek yogurt for the sauce but feel free to use skim or low fat yogurt if you prefer. Plenty of dill, fresh garlic and lemon juice finish the sauce for the most delicious accompaniment.
Salmon. I used skin-on fillets. Olive oil. Avocado oil, macadamia oil, etc. are all good too. Salt and black pepper.
For the garlic yogurt sauce
Plain yogurt. I used Greek yogurt but use any plain yogurt you have. Fresh garlic cloves. Dill. Fresh or dried will work. Lemon juice. Salt and pepper.
How to pan sear salmon
How long to cook salmon
Depending on the thickness of the filets, salmon should cook within 5-7 minutes in a hot pan. The fish will be opaque around the edges and feel firm (but not hard) when pressed. I prefer my salmon juicy so I only cook if for around 5 minutes. If you’re using a meat thermometer, removing your salmon from the heat when its at around 57-60ºC (135ºF) and allowing it to rest for a few minutes will result in seriously juicy, delicious salmon that flakes easily.
Can I make this ahead?
Yes, salmon can be cooked in advance. Any leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Salmon recipes
The dill yogurt sauce served here is a light and refreshing option but if you want a different sauce, garlic butter sauce, creamy lemon butter sauce or lemon caper sauce are all good options.
