Keto Salmon with Asparagus – Pan-seared salmon with a crispy skin served alongside garlic butter asparagus. This elegant 20-minute dinner is loaded with omega-3s, healthy fats, and only 3g net carbs per serving. One pan, minimal cleanup, maximum flavor.
Keto Salmon With Asparagus
Salmon is one of the best foods on a ketogenic diet – rich in omega-3 fatty acids, high in protein, and naturally low in carbs. This recipe pairs it with crispy garlic butter asparagus and a squeeze of fresh lemon for a meal that looks restaurant-worthy but comes together in one pan in 20 minutes.
Ingredients:
Instructions
- Pat salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels – this is essential for crispy skin.
- Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering hot.
- Place salmon skin-side down and press gently with a spatula for 10 seconds to prevent curling.
- Cook without moving for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy and fish is cooked 3/4 of the way up.
- Flip and cook 2 more minutes. Remove salmon and rest on a plate.
- In the same pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add asparagus spears and toss to coat. Cook 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add lemon juice and zest. Toss once more. Plate asparagus and top with salmon. Garnish with fresh dill..
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
Serving Size 1 fillet + asparagus
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 520kcal
Note
The key to perfect crispy salmon skin is starting with completely dry fillets and a very hot pan. Never move the salmon once it hits the pan – patience is rewarded with that gorgeous golden crust. For extra richness, finish the sauce with a tablespoon of capers.
