Description
Enjoy a flavorful and succulent Butter Herb Instant Pot Salmon that’s ready in a flash. This dish is perfect for a quick and healthy meal, infused with a blend of savory herbs and buttery goodness.
Ingredients
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Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Additional:
- 1/2 cup water
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, parsley, and dill. Brush with melted butter.
- Cook in Instant Pot: Add water to the Instant Pot, place the trivet inside, and arrange salmon on top. Pressure cook for 3 minutes.
- Release Pressure: Allow a natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then quick release. Remove salmon carefully.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- For added flavor, place lemon slices on top of each fillet before cooking.
- This recipe is suitable for both fresh and frozen salmon; adjust cooking time for frozen fillets.
- Pair with rice, steamed veggies, or a simple salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
