Experience the delightful flavors of our Golden Lemon Garlic Herb Salmon recipe. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, each bite is infused with the perfect balance of lemon, garlic, and parsley. This dish is sure to become a weeknight favorite!
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
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Evenly season the salmon fillets with salt and black pepper.
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Drizzle 1 teaspoon of lemon juice over each salmon fillet, then gently rub the lemon juice into the fillets.
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Heat olive oil in a large non-stick pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
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Place the salmon fillets flesh side down in the pan, pressing lightly to ensure the entire surface comes into contact with the pan. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes, until the fillets are crispy and golden.
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Flip the salmon fillets and cook for 2 more minutes on the other side.
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Add butter, minced garlic, 3 tablespoons of chopped Italian parsley, the remaining 2 teaspoons of lemon juice, and the lemon slices to the pan. Stir to combine evenly.
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Continue cooking the salmon for 1-2 minutes, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
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Taste the salmon and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if necessary.
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Garnish the salmon with the remaining 1 tablespoon of chopped Italian parsley and drizzle the buttery sauce over each fillet. Serve immediately.