Description
A delightful salmon recipe combining the zesty flavor of lemon and fresh basil, perfect for quick weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Salmon fillets
- 1/2 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your skillet over medium heat.
- Mix together olive oil, lemon juice, chopped fresh basil, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
- Coat the salmon fillets with the marinade, ensuring they are generously covered.
- Place the salmon in the hot skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on one side.
- Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or over rice, garnished with extra basil or lemon if desired.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for best flavor and avoid overcooking to keep the salmon moist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon, lemon, basil, quick recipe, weeknight dinner