Description
Keto Pan-Seared Salmon and Broccoli is a flavorful and nutritious one-pan dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This dish features crispy salmon fillets paired with tender broccoli, all coated in a rich garlic butter sauce. Packed with healthy fats, omega-3s, and low-carb ingredients, it’s a perfect addition to a ketogenic lifestyle.
Ingredients
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- Salmon and Broccoli:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon:
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season them with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes until the skin is crispy.
- Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until the fish is cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the Broccoli:
- In the same pan, add broccoli florets. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until they are tender-crisp. Remove and set aside with the salmon.
- Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- Reduce the heat to low. Add butter to the skillet and let it melt. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Mix in the heavy cream, cream cheese, and red pepper flakes. Stir continuously until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Combine and Serve:
- Return the salmon and broccoli to the pan, spooning the garlic butter sauce over them.
- Let everything warm through for 1–2 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.