White Ora King Salmon w/ Green Goddess

A skin-on White Ora King salmon filet pan-seared to perfection for crispy skin and juicy interior, served over a bright green goddess salad made with fresh head lettuce and lemon. This recipe is straightforward but delivers big on freshness and textural contrast - perfect for a quick weeknight or impressive dinner.borum.

Why You'll Love White Ora King Salmon w/ Green Goddess❤️

This recipe highlights the buttery richness of premium White Ora King salmon with a perfectly crisp skin. The fresh, herbaceous Green Goddess salad adds brightness and creaminess, balancing the dish for a clean yet indulgent experience. Quick to make but restaurant-worthy every time.

Tips and Tricks

• Use a heavy pan press or weight on the salmon to get a perfectly crispy skin without curling.
• Don't move the salmon too early in the pan; let it sear undisturbed for a crisp crust.
• Rest the salmon after cooking to let juices redistribute for maximum moistness.

Variations

Make it your own with simple tweaks that elevate the dish or adapt to what you have on hand.

• Swap the Green Goddess dressing with lemon vinaigrette or a dill yogurt sauce.
• Add toasted nuts like almonds or pistachios to the salad for extra crunch.
• Use baby kale or arugula instead of head lettuce for different greens texture.

Substitutions

If you don't have White Ora King salmon or certain ingredients, these swaps work well.

• Any high-quality salmon filet with skin on can substitute.
• Use avocado oil or grapeseed oil in place of Single & Fat olive oil for searing.
• Try lemon zest if fresh lemon isn't available for added citrus aroma.

Best served with

• Lightly toasted sourdough bread
• Steamed asparagus or green beans
• Roasted fingerling potatoes
• Dry crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc

How to Store Leftovers

• Store cooked salmon wrapped tightly in foil or airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
• Reheat gently in a skillet skin side down to retain crispness. Keep salad and dressing separate to prevent sogginess if storing leftovers.

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White Ora King Salmon w/ Green Goddess

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A skin-on White Ora King salmon filet pan-seared to perfection for crispy skin and juicy interior, served over a bright green goddess salad made with fresh head lettuce and lemon. This recipe is straightforward but delivers big on freshness and textural contrast - perfect for a quick weeknight or impressive dinner.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course: Main Course, Seafood

Cuisine: American

Calories: 23

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients

  

• 6-8 oz skin-on salmon filet
• Kosher salt to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon Single & Fat olive oil
• 1 lemon juice and wedges
• 1 head lettuce washed, dried, torn
• 1 cup green goddess dressing

Equipment

• Cast iron or stainless steel skillet
• Salad Bowl
• Chef press or weighted spatula
• Fish spatula or regular spatula

Method

 

1. Season both sides of the salmon filet evenly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
2. Preheat skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and heat until shimmering but not smoking.
3. Place salmon in skillet skin-side down. Use a chef press or weighted spatula to press down firmly for even contact.
4. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes, until skin is crispy and releases easily from pan.
5. Remove salmon from skillet and let rest skin side up on a plate for 4 minutes.
6. Return salmon to hot skillet and cook for 3 minutes skin side down again. Carefully flip and cook for an additional 1 minute on the flesh side.
7. Remove salmon from pan and let rest while you finish the salad.
8. Toss torn head lettuce with green goddess dressing, a squeeze of lemon, and salt to taste.
9. Plate the salad, then top with the rested salmon filet. Garnish with additional lemon wedges if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 23kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 2gFat: 0.4gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 8mgPotassium: 389mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5399IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 57mgIron: 2mg

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