Salmon Dinner Ideas for Any Night – Baked, Pan-Seared & Broiled
This collection of 35 easy salmon dinner ideas covers every cooking method from baked andpan-seared to broiled, sheet pan, and more. Every recipe is family-tested and ready in 30minutes or less. Gluten-free options included.
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 4 salmon filets skin about 6 ounces each
- Salt and black pepper
- 2 tbsp butter use ghee for Paleo and Whole30
Instructions
- Heat your cast iron skillet over medium heat. Pat salmon dry with paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- When your skillet is near smoking, add in the butter, let it melt for 30 seconds.
- Add in the salmon (skin side down). Let the salmon cook without moving. It’s about 5 minutes depending on how thick your salmon fillet is.
- Flip, and cook for 2 more minutes. You know when it’s time to flip when the sides of the salmon look about 2/3 opaque and cooked through.
- Remove from the pan and set it aside (skin side up). Enjoy!
Notes
To store: Store leftover salmon in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
To reheat: You can reheat salmon on the stovetop or microwave.
To freeze: Freeze the salmon in a freezer-safe bag once they have reached room temperature. Freeze for up to 4 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/4 | Calories: 253kcal | Protein: 26g | Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 199mg | Potassium: 2mg