Want a healthy meal? Salmon, with its high protein plus high levels of Omega-3 fatty acids, is hard to beat. For those who have to avoid wheat or gluten, pan-grilled salmon’s further benefit is being easy to cook well without cross-contamination from other foods.

Most restaurant chefs will readily prepare something for a diner in a clean skillet, if asked. Asking them to clean a large grill or to set aside a large work area to be gluten-free in the midst of their other work might not be possible for them. The same principle makes it easier to cook a gluten-free meal at home, too.

Whether you or someone else is doing the cooking, here is a great way to enjoy a healthy meal. Many varieties of fish can be cooked in this same manner, such as haddock, tilapia, cod, ocean perch or turbot, to name a few.

Pan-Grilled Salmon Fillets – Easy Gluten-Free

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Makes 4 – 6 servings

Ingredients:

2 pounds salmon fillets

2 tablespoons oil

1 teaspoon salt

dash pepper

1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

Directions:

Heat oil in a heavy skillet.

Place salmon in the pan and add half the seasonings.

Cook quickly, turning once.

Add remaining seasonings after turning.

When salmon flakes easily with a fork, it’s done.

Serve with fresh lemon or some Dill Sauce.

Enjoy!

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