Keto Herb Butter Salmon (Printable Version)

Salmon fillets with herb butter, paired with oven-roasted cauliflower for an easy low-carb dish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Salmon & Herb Butter

01 - 4 salmon fillets, 5 oz each, skin-on or skinless
02 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon fresh chives, finely chopped
06 - 1 garlic clove, minced
07 - Zest of 1 lemon
08 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - Lemon wedges for serving

→ Roasted Cauliflower

11 - 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
13 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
15 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, optional

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a small bowl, combine softened butter, parsley, dill, chives, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended and set aside.
03 - Place cauliflower florets on prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Toss to coat evenly and spread in single layer.
04 - Roast cauliflower for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.
05 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them skin-side down in a separate baking dish lined with parchment paper.
06 - Spread approximately 1 tablespoon of herb butter over the top of each salmon fillet.
07 - During the last 12 minutes of cauliflower roasting, place salmon in oven. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
08 - Serve salmon hot, garnished with extra herbs and lemon wedges, alongside roasted cauliflower.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Perfect for keto and low-carb diets with only 7g of carbs per serving
  • Ready in just 40 minutes from start to finish
  • The herb butter creates an incredibly flavorful crust on the salmon
  • Roasted cauliflower provides a satisfying side with beautiful caramelization
  • Simple enough for weeknight dinners but elegant enough for entertaining
02 -
  • For the best texture, don't overcrowd the cauliflower on the baking sheet - use two sheets if necessary
  • The herb butter can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
  • Let the salmon come to room temperature for 15 minutes before baking for more even cooking
  • For a beautiful presentation, add a few fresh herb sprigs and lemon slices around the plated dish
  • Save any leftover herb butter - it's delicious melted over vegetables or stirred into scrambled eggs
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