Keto Herb Butter Salmon (Printable)

Tender salmon topped with herb butter, served with golden roasted cauliflower for a flavorful low-carb dish.

# What You 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

# Directions:

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 in oven for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.
05 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place skin-side down in separate baking dish lined with parchment paper.
06 - Spread approximately 1 tablespoon of herb butter over top of each salmon fillet.
07 - During last 12 minutes of cauliflower roasting, place salmon in oven. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
08 - Plate salmon hot, garnish with extra fresh herbs and lemon wedges, and serve alongside roasted cauliflower.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's ready in just 40 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights
  • Naturally keto-friendly with only 7g carbs per serving
  • The herb butter creates an incredible flavor that infuses the salmon
  • Both components roast in the oven, minimizing cleanup
  • Elegant enough for entertaining yet simple enough for everyday meals
02 -
  • Look for salmon fillets of even thickness to ensure they cook at the same rate
  • For the most flavorful herb butter, let it sit for at least 10 minutes before using
  • Don't overcook the salmon - it should be slightly translucent in the center when done
  • Cut cauliflower florets to similar sizes for even roasting
  • For crispier cauliflower, ensure the florets aren't overcrowded on the baking sheet
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