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Yields:
4 serving(s)
Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Cal/Serv:
597
We believe easy salmon recipes make the best meals. Simple, fast, and healthy they are always just what we are looking for. This cilantro lime version is no exception with an easy sauce made in the same pan you cook the salmon in. You won't be able to get enough.
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Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp.
extra-virgin olive oil
- 4
(6-oz.) salmon fillets
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 Tbsp.
butter
- 2
cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup
low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup
lime juice
- 2 Tbsp.
honey
- 1/2 tsp.
cumin
- 1/4 cup
freshly chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish
- 1 1/2 cups
cooked white rice, for serving
Directions
- Step 1In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Season salmon all over with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet skin-side up. Cook salmon until deeply golden, about 6 minutes, then flip over and cook 2 minutes more. Transfer to a plate.
- Step 2Add butter and garlic. When the butter has melted and looks foamy, stir in broth, lime juice, honey, and cumin. Bring mixture to a simmer then stir in cilantro.
- Step 3Reduce heat to medium and add the salmon back to the skillet. Simmer until the sauce has reduced and the salmon is cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes more.
- Step 4Garnish with more cilantro and serve over cooked white rice.
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