Easy 5-Ingredient Salmon

Easy 5-Ingredient Salmon
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    15 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    2.0K

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this incredibly simple yet flavorful salmon dish. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can create a restaurant-quality meal in minutes. The aromatic garlic and basil perfectly complement the richness of the salmon, while a touch of lemon adds a bright, zesty finish.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    3 g
  • Cholesterol
    90 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    37 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    402 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    16 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Gather all ingredients and pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. (2 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 1 mins In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, dried basil, and salt. (1 minute)

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03 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Rub the garlic powder mixture evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets, ensuring each fillet is well-coated. (2 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and the skillet is hot, gently place the salmon fillets in the skillet, skin-side down if using skin-on fillets. (1 minute)

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05 Step

Recipe View 12 mins Cook the salmon for approximately 5-7 minutes per side, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C). (10-14 minutes)

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06 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Remove the salmon from the skillet and serve immediately with lemon wedges. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon for an extra burst of flavor. (1 minute)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic powder mixture.
If you don't have dried basil, you can substitute 1 tablespoon of fresh basil, finely chopped.
To prevent the salmon from sticking to the skillet, make sure the skillet is hot before adding the butter and salmon.
Salmon is best served immediately after cooking, but leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 660 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Bill Miller

    I was surprised how much flavor this simple recipe packed. Will definitely make again!

  • Edwin Littel

    I added a little Dijon mustard to the spice mix and it was amazing!

  • Cortez King

    This recipe is a lifesaver! So easy and the salmon turns out perfect every time.

  • Neoma Dooley

    My family loved this! The lemon wedges really make a difference.

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