Classic Fast Salmon Skillet Meal
This classic salmon skillet meal is quick, healthy, and delicious. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it features tender salmon fillets with fresh vegetables cooked in one pan.
Equipment
- Large oven-safe skillet
- Paper towels
- Foil
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4-6 oz each Salmon fillets skin-on or off
- 1-2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic freshly minced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 bunch Asparagus trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 5 oz Spinach about 5 cups loosely packed, fresh
- 1 Lemon entire lemon (half for juice, half for wedges)
- 1 teaspoon Dried dill
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat salmon fillets dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and dried dill.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear salmon fillets skin-side down for 4-6 minutes until golden and crispy.
Cooking
- Flip salmon; finish in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 4-8 minutes or on stovetop for 3-5 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove salmon and tent with foil to keep warm.
- Add more olive oil to the skillet if needed, then sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add asparagus and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and sauté for 2-3 minutes, then add spinach and stir until wilted. Season vegetables with salt and pepper.
Serving
- Return salmon to the skillet with vegetables, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish, and serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.
Notes
For best results, use fresh, high-quality salmon. Adjust cooking times based on the thickness of your fillets. Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the salmon to ensure a crispy skin. This recipe is highly adaptable; feel free to add other herbs or vegetables you enjoy. A quick drizzle of balsamic glaze or a sprinkle of feta cheese can elevate the flavors even further.