Keto Pan-Seared Salmon with Creamy Spinach

Delight in the rich flavors of our Keto Pan-Seared Salmon paired with a luscious creamy spinach side. This recipe is a perfect balance of omega-rich fish and nutrient-dense spinach, all while keeping it low-carb and keto-friendly.

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword Creamy Spinach, Keto Pan-Seared Salmon, Keto Salmon Recipe, Low-Carb Dinner

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 590kcal

Equipment

Large skillet
Measuring cups and spoons
Garlic press
Cheese grater
Spatula

Ingredients

For the Salmon:

4 fillets salmon 6 ounces each | 170 grams
1 tbsp olive oil 15 ml
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp garlic powder 3.1 grams
1 tbsp unsalted butter 14 grams

For the Creamy Spinach:

2 tbsp unsalted butter 28 grams
3 cloves garlic minced, 9 grams
5 ounces cream cheese 142 grams
½ cup heavy cream 120 ml
10 ounces fresh spinach 283 grams
Salt and pepper to taste
¼ tsp nutmeg 0.5 grams
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 50 grams

Instructions

Season the Salmon: Begin by patting the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season each fillet with salt, pepper, and garlic powder evenly on both sides.
Pan-Sear the Salmon: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon fillets skin-side down. Cook for 5 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip the salmon, add butter to the pan, and cook for another 5 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Prepare Creamy Spinach: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the cream cheese and heavy cream, stirring until the cream cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
Cook Spinach: Gradually add the spinach to the skillet, allowing it to wilt. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg, stirring frequently.
Finish the Spinach Sauce: Once the spinach has wilted, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until well combined and the sauce is creamy.
Serve: Plate the pan-seared salmon fillets and spoon a generous amount of the creamy spinach over or alongside the salmon. Serve immediately.

Notes

Adjust the level of seasoning to suit your taste preferences.

If you prefer a thinner sauce, add a splash more heavy cream until desired consistency is reached.

To ensure the salmon skin gets crispy, do not overcrowd the pan and resist the urge to move the fillets around too much.

For an extra touch of flavor, a squeeze of lemon over the salmon before serving can add a nice zest.

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