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Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Salmon
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Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Salmon

Perfectly flaky and moist salmon fillets infused with bright lemon and savory garlic flavors using the Instant Pot steam function. It is a light and healthy dinner that can be on the table in under 20 minutes.

4.5
15 min
🍴4 servings
🔥280 cal
🔖Easy
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Flaky and flavorful lemon garlic salmon steamed perfectly in the Instant Pot.

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Nutrition per serving

280Calories
34gProtein
3gCarbs
14gFat
0gFiber

Ingredients

4servings

Main

Liquid

Sauce

Aromatics

Spices

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Instructions

1

Prepare the Steamer

Pour 1 cup of water into the Instant Pot and place the trivet or steamer basket inside. Lay a few lemon slices on the trivet to add flavor from below.

2

Season the Salmon

Combine the melted butter, minced garlic, and dried dill in a small bowl. Brush this mixture over the top of each salmon fillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3

Steam the Salmon

Place the seasoned salmon fillets on the trivet in a single layer. Top each fillet with a lemon slice. Secure the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Cook on High Pressure for 3 minutes, then do a quick release immediately.

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4

Check and Serve

Carefully open the lid and check that the salmon flakes easily with a fork and has reached an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit. Serve immediately with fresh vegetables or rice.

Substitutions

salmon filletstilapia or cod fillets but reduce cook time to 2 minutes
butterolive oil for a dairy-free version

Common mistakes

Overcooking the salmon by even 1 extra minute results in dry and rubbery fish
Not using enough water in the pot can prevent proper steaming and trigger a burn notice
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