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Crispy 5-Minute Pan Seared Salmon for Heavenly Weeknight Wins

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A healthy and delicious pan-seared salmon dinner with crispy smashed potatoes, mixed greens, and a creamy dill sauce. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 salmon fillets (about 5–6 oz each)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives (for topping)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)
  • 1 lb baby gold potatoes
  • 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 3 cups mixed greens (baby spinach/butter lettuce)
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Pinch salt + pepper
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
  • 1 tbsp mayo (optional)
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely grated (or 1/4 tsp garlic powder)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1–2 tbsp water (to thin)
  • Salt + pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Boil baby potatoes in salted water 12–15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let steam-dry 2 minutes.
  2. Place potatoes on a sheet pan and gently smash each one with the bottom of a glass. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast 20–25 minutes until golden and crisp.
  3. Stir together Greek yogurt, mayo (if using), dill, Dijon, garlic, lemon juice, and a splash of water until smooth and spoonable. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Pat salmon dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon 3–4 minutes per side (depending on thickness) until flaky and cooked through.
  5. Toss mixed greens with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  6. Plate salmon, smashed potatoes, and greens. Spoon on creamy dill sauce, top salmon with chopped chives, and finish with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days (keep sauce separate).
  • Use fresh dill for the best flavor in the sauce.
  • Adjust lemon juice and seasoning to taste.

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