Delicious Cast Iron Skillet Seared Salmon Recipe

This pan-seared salmon recipe is perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner. The crispy skin adds a nice texture to the perfectly cooked salmon fillets. Served with a side of fresh salad or asparagus, this meal is sure to impress.

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• Fresh herbs like parsley or dill for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Season both sides of the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
3. Add olive oil to the skillet and place the salmon fillets skin side down.
4. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the skin is crispy and the salmon is cooked halfway through.
5. Flip the salmon fillets and add minced garlic to the skillet.
6. Squeeze lemon juice over the salmon and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and let the salmon rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
8. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.

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