Pan-Seared Salmon

Pan searing the salmon creates a crispy outer crust while keeping it moist and tender inside. This recipe takes less than 30 minutes, making it great for a weeknight or weekend dinner. Leftovers can be reheated and combined with vegetables or added to an entrée salad for a filling, satisfying lunch or dinner. Aim for 4 ounces of salmon twice a week to consume the recommended amount of omega-3 fatty acids.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Ingredients:

4 salmon filets (about 1 ¼ pounds)

¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper

¼ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon dried, crushed rosemary

2 teaspoons olive oil

2 green onions, chopped 

Preparation:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Place salmon on a plate and season flesh side with freshly ground pepper, salt and rosemary.
3. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe pan. Place salmon filets flesh-side down in hot pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until crust has formed.
4. Flip salmon to skin side down and spoon teriyaki sauce on top. Move pan to the oven and bake at 400 degrees F. for 6-7 minutes, depending on the thickness, and until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Makes 4 servings.