Pan-Seared Salmon with Sautéed Cherry Tomatoes

Ingredients

• 4 salmon portions (6 oz each)
• 1 pint cherry grape tomatoes
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tsp dried oregano

Steps

1. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Season salmon portions with salt, pepper, and oregano.
3. Sear salmon skin-side up for 4 minutes until golden; flip and cook 3 more minutes until cooked through.
4. Transfer salmon to a plate.
5. In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp oil and minced garlic; cook 30 seconds.
6. Add whole cherry tomatoes and cook for 3–4 minutes, shaking the pan, until tomatoes blister.
7. Drizzle with lemon juice and serve alongside salmon.