Keto Pan Seared Salmon
Indulge in the perfect combination of flavor and nutrition with this Keto Pan Seared Salmon recipe that’s ideal for low-carb enthusiasts. Featuring tender, crispy-skin salmon fillets cooked to perfection in a buttery olive oil blend, this dish is elevated with fresh dill, zesty lemon, and a hint of garlic powder for a bright and savory finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and healthy dinner option delivers restaurant-quality results without the hassle, making it a go-to for busy weeknights. Perfect for the keto diet, it’s packed with healthy fats, a vibrant sauce, and rich, flaky salmon that will impress any seafood lover. Garnish with extra dill and lemon wedges for an elegant touch, and enjoy a meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 whole lemon
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Take the salmon fillets out of the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before cooking.
Pat dry the salmon fillets with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This will help achieve a crispy skin.
Season the fillets on both sides with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add 1 tablespoon of butter and swirl it around the pan.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula to ensure even contact with the pan.
Flip the fillets carefully and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the middle of the salmon is slightly translucent and the flesh flakes easily with a fork.
Squeeze half of the lemon over the salmon fillets while they are in the pan.
Remove the salmon from the pan and set aside. Add another tablespoon of butter and olive oil to the skillet, then stir in the fresh dill and the juice of the remaining half lemon.
Turn off the heat and spoon the lemon-dill butter sauce over the salmon fillets.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra dill or lemon wedges if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1404 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.2 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.1 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 266 mg | 89% | |
| Sodium | 1713 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 105.3 g | 211% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 120 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.
