Try this quick and simple seared salmon fillet – an excellent source of protein and healthy omega-3 fats and bursting with fresh, punchy flavours.

Serves: 4

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cooking time: 10 minutes

INGREDIENTS

2 Tbs extra virgin olive oil

1 Tbs fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped

1 clove of garlic, smashed with the side of a knife

4 medium salmon fillets (approximately 150g each), skin and bones removed

1.5 tsp ground mixed pepper

1 tsp salt

1 small lemon, cut in half

METHOD

1. Mix olive oil, parsley and garlic in a small bowl, and leave to infuse while you cook the salmon.
2. Heat a non-stick frying pan on high. Season the salmon fillets on top and bottom with pepper and salt, then add to the hot pan. Reduce heat to medium and cook the salmon for 4-5 minutes on each side or until browned and just cooked.
3. Squeeze the juice of the lemon over the salmon and then turn off the heat.
4. Serve the salmon with the parsley-infused oil drizzled over the top.