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Creamy Lemon and Dill Pan Seared Salmon

This makes a total of 6 servings of Creamy Lemon and Dill Pan Seared Salmon. Each serving comes out to be 378 calories, 31.6g fats, 1.8g net carbs, and 21.2g protein.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 378 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 18 ounce salmon 3 fillets
  • 2 teaspoon fresh garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 ounce cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoon capers
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoon fresh dill
  • 2 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
  • salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Once the skillet is hot, add the fresh salmon, searing each side for about five minutes.
    Creamy Lemon and Dill Pan Seared Salmon
  • Once the salmon is cooked through, remove and set aside, covered, while you prepare the sauce.
    Creamy Lemon and Dill Pan Seared Salmon
  • In the same pan, saute minced garlic over medium heat until fragrant.
    Creamy Lemon and Dill Pan Seared Salmon
  • Add the heavy cream, cream cheese, lemon juice, and capers to the pan.
    Creamy Lemon and Dill Pan Seared Salmon
  • Bring to a light simmer, stirring frequently until it begins to thicken.
    Creamy Lemon and Dill Pan Seared Salmon
  • Once the sauce begins to thicken, add the salmon back to the pan and brush or spoon the cream sauce over the fillets.
    Creamy Lemon and Dill Pan Seared Salmon
  • Reduce heat to medium low, and cook briefly to reheat the salmon.
    Creamy Lemon and Dill Pan Seared Salmon
  • Garnish with the fresh dill and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 378kcalCarbohydrates: 1.8gProtein: 21.2gFat: 31.6g
Keyword 30-minute, date-night, egg-free, fish, gluten-free, high-fat, keto, low-carb, nut-free, quick, stovetop, sugar-free, weeknight-dinner