Keto Pan-Seared Salmon with Caper-Lemon Butter
Perfectly crisp and irresistibly flavorful, this Keto Pan-Seared Salmon with Caper-Lemon Butter is a quick and satisfying low-carb dinner option that's packed with gourmet flair. The salmon fillets are pan-seared to golden perfection, creating a deliciously crispy skin while keeping the interior tender and moist. What sets this recipe apart is the luxurious caper-lemon butter sauce, made with browned butter, tangy lemon juice, briny capers, and fresh parsley, creating a mouthwatering blend of flavors that elevates every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Plus, it's gluten-free, keto-friendly, and loaded with healthy omega-3s, making it a dinner you'll feel great about serving. Pair with roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a complete meal that's bound to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6-8 ounces each) salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes without moving them, until the skin is crispy and the fillets are mostly cooked through.
Gently flip the fillets and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until the salmon is fully cooked but still moist. Transfer the fillets to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter. Allow it to melt and start to brown slightly.
Stir in the capers, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Remove the skillet from the heat and add the chopped fresh parsley, stirring to combine.
Serve the salmon fillets on plates and spoon the caper-lemon butter sauce over each fillet. Enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2136 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.0 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.1 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 441 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 3428 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.8 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 166.1 g | 332% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 141 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
