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Pan-Seared Salmon in Lemon-Caper Sauce

Pan-Seared Salmon in Lemon-Caper Sauce: Quick Flavor Bliss

Quickly whip up this heart-healthy Pan-Seared Salmon in Lemon-Caper Sauce, perfect for an exciting weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Substitute with tilapia, cod, or halibut if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Flour Use whole wheat or gluten-free options if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can replace with avocado oil for different flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use more olive oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Rinse briefly to tone down saltiness.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Use freshly squeezed juice for the best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup White Wine Dry vermouth or sherry can be substituted or omitted.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish.

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper. Dredge lightly in flour and set aside.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once hot, add the salmon fillets skin-side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until opaque.
  3. Lower the heat, add butter, then capers and lemon juice. Pour in white wine, scraping up browned bits, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  4. Return the salmon to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the fillets. Warm through for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Transfer to plates, drizzle with sauce, and sprinkle with parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the skillet is heated adequately for a perfect crust. Fresh ingredients, particularly the lemon juice, elevate the flavor significantly.

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