Ooooh crispy salmon is one of my favorite meals! I get so excited any time I know salmon is on the menu for the week haha. It’s a great meal prep option because it reheats sooo well if you reheat it in the skillet. I also think it’s one of the best proteins to eat cold. If you’re on the go and can’t get to a microwave, this is a great option! Now let’s talk about the flavor of this- lemon garlic salmon just sounds so tasty doesn’t it?!
![Lemon Garlic salmon on a black pan](https://choosingbalance.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0172-690x920.jpg)
Okay so I am not super sophisticated with my meals normally. I don’t own a garlic press soooo I don’t typically use fresh garlic in recipes. I know I know- it would probably be way more flavorful but I found garlic powder works great too! Just do what works best for you 🙂
If lemon garlic isn’t your thing- check out these other great salmon recipes: Spicy Sriracha Salmon, Spicy Baked Salmon, and Easy 6 Minute Salmon. Salmon is obviously a very popular item around here. It’s probably Eli and I’s favorite dinner collectively! And it can be ready quickly which I love for dinner.
While I didn’t use fresh garlic, I did use fresh lemon vs lemon juice which I loveeee. I think this does make a difference but again- do whatever works for you!
I cooked this salmon first with just a little bit of ghee (clarified butter) for 3 minutes on each side. Then I added the lemon garlic mixture and let it all simmer together for 2 more minutes. SOOO tasty this way- it really made it so flavorful.
![Lemon Garlic salmon on a black pan](https://choosingbalance.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0174-690x920.jpg)
I paired my salmon with cauliflower rice and easy roasted brussel sprouts. Both were from frozen packages because frozen veggies are cheaper and they don’t go bad in 3 days. I love checking out Aldi to score deals on frozen veggies because it’s truly so affordable.
Hope you enjoy this easy salmon recipe!!
![Lemon Garlic salmon on a black pan](https://choosingbalance.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Lemon-Garlic-Salmon-690x1035.png)
Lemon Garlic Salmon
This healthy, simple, and delicious dinner is ready in 8 minutes. The perfect paleo and whole30 dinner for the busy family!
![Lemon Garlic salmon on a black pan](https://choosingbalance.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0173-630x266.jpg)
Ingredients
1 pound of salmon (about 3 fillets)
2 tbsp ghee
1/2 lemon
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp parsley
Method
- Heat a pan over medium heat
- Add in a little bit of ghee, enough to coat the pan.
- Once the pan is hot, add the salmon in. Cook for 3 minutes on each side
- While the salmon cooks, in a small bowl mix: 2 tbsp ghee, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp parsley, and 1/2 lemon juice
- After cooking the salmon 6 minutes, add the mixture and coat the salmon. Let cook 2 more minutes.
- Serve with whatever you want!