Keto Salmon with Asparagus & Mushrooms

This Keto Salmon with Asparagus & Mushrooms flavored with garlic butter is a tasty, & one-pan dish. This dish is ideal for hectic weeknights or as a nutritious meal. The flaky, soft salmon is perfectly pan-seared and served with delicious mushrooms and crisp-tender asparagus in a flavorful garlic butter sauce. It is perfect for anyone on a keto or low-carb diet because it is loaded with protein and healthy fats, and it is also flavorful. We can also serve this Keto Salmon with Asparagus & Mushrooms with some keto-friendly vegetables and lemon juice to add some brightness. This dish is delicious, and it is also a guilt-free dish that has only 6g net carbs per serving, so you’ll want to prepare it again and again.

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STATS:

• Calories: 450 kcal
• Prep time: 10 mins
• Cook time: Fifteen minutes
• Total time: 25 mins
• Cuisine: American
• Course: Dinner
• Diet: Keto
• Serving size: 1 salmon fillet + vegetables
• Servings: 4

EQUIPMENT:

• Small bowl
• Large skillet
• Spatula
• Spoon
• Knife
• Chopping board

INGREDIENTS:

• 4 salmon fillets
• 1 bunch of asparagus
• 8 oz. cremini or white mushrooms
• 4 tbsp. unsalted butter
• 3 pieces garlic
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tsp. lemon juice
• Salt and pepper
• ½ tsp. paprika
• Fresh parsley or thyme

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

SALMON:

• Select fillets of salmon that are either fresh or adequately thawed. We can also use the farm-raised salmon but we prefer the wild-caught salmon as it is preferred due to its higher omega-3 content and greater flavor. We have to keep the skin on which keeps the fillet moist while cooking.

ASPARAGUS:

• We have to choose the medium to thick spears to sauté are the best. We have to trim the woody ends before cooking. We can also use the thin asparagus to shorten the cooking time.

MUSHROOMS:

• We can add the cremini mushrooms but we can also use the white button mushrooms because it is a fantastic alternative and it also adds an earthy, meaty texture. We can clean the mushrooms with a dump cloth instead of rinsing them to prevent too much moisture content.

UNSALTED BUTTER:

• We have to use unsalted butter to regulate the amount of salt. We can also use grass-fed butter to make the keto-friendly dish because it is rich in CLA & vitamin K2.

FRESH GARLIC:

• We use fresh garlic to make this dish because it provides a rich and fragrant flavor. We should not have to use the garlic paste that is immersed in oil because it doesn’t have the same taste.

PAPRIKA:

• Paprika offers a hint of color and subtle warmth we can also add smoked paprika to add depth to the dish.

LEMON JUICE:

• Lemon juice adds the tangy flavor in the dish. We have to use freshly squeezed juice; for optimal flavor.

SALT & PEPPER:

• We can sprinkle the salt and pepper according to the requirement but utilize less salt if you’re using salted butter or garlic butter. We can also add the freshly crushed black pepper for the additional taste.

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INSTRUCTION:

1. We can melt the butter in a small bowl and add the paprika, lemon juice, crushed garlic, & salt.
2. Mix these components with the whisk.
3. Take a big skillet and warm-up the olive oil on medium flame.
4. We can season the salmon fillet with salt and pepper.
5. Then we can place the salmon skin-side down and grill the salmon fillet for 3–4 minutes on each side, or till it is cooked through & golden.
6. When the salmon gets cook we can place the fillet in the plate.
7. We can add a little more olive oil to the same skillet.
8. Then we can cook the mushrooms for 4 to 5 minutes or till they get brown.
9. We can saute the asparagus for the additional 2-3 minutes or till it gets crispy & tender.
10. Then we can include the garlic butter in the skillet return the salmon to the skillet and mix to cover the vegetables in the sauce.
11. We can spoon the garlic butter on the salmon fillet and cook it for more than one minute to make this more flavorful.
12. Then we can garnish the Keto Salmon with Asparagus & Mushrooms with thyme and parsley and serve warm.

TIPS:

• If the pan is small then we have to cook the salmon in batches otherwise the fish will not get properly cooked.
• We should not have to overcook the salmon to prevent this we can take out the salmon when it is underdone because it will continue to cook off-heat.
• We can add some additional wine or chicken broth to make the sauce more flavorful and tasty.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• You would place the remaining salmon with asparagus with mushrooms in the airtight box and preserve the dish for 3 days in the fridge.

FREEZER:

• We have to put the salmon and the vegetables in separate containers and save the dish for 1 month.

FAQs:

Is this dish low in carbs?

• This dish is just comprised of 6g net carbs and 35g protein is present in preserving this dish.

Can I use the frozen salmon to make this dish?

• Yes, we can use the frozen salmon to make this dish but we have to thaw the fish and pat dry the fish completely with the paper towel.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 450 kcal
Total carbs: 7g
Fiber: 1g
Net carbs: 6g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 32g
Sodium: 340mg
Potassium: 900mg
Calcium: 40mg
Iron: 1.2mg
Vitamin A: 400 IU
Serving size: 1 salmon fillet + vegetables