Keto Herb-Crusted Roast Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Keto Herb-Crusted Roast Salmon, a dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Bursting with flavor, this recipe combines tender, oven-roasted salmon fillets with a vibrant, golden crust made of almond flour, fresh herbs like parsley and dill, and zesty lemon. A quick 10-minute prep time and a 15-minute roast make it a perfect low-carb, high-protein meal for busy lifestyles. The herb crust locks in moisture while adding a delightful crunch, and a squeeze of fresh lemon at the end brightens every bite. Serve alongside your favorite keto-friendly sides for a restaurant-quality meal that’s gluten-free, nutrient-packed, and ready in under 30 minutes.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets, skin-on
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges for serving
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, combine the almond flour, parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix them thoroughly to create the herb crust mixture.
Step 3
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure the topping adheres well.
Step 4
Brush each salmon fillet with olive oil, coating the top and sides.
Step 5
Evenly distribute the herb crust mixture over the top of each salmon fillet, pressing down gently to ensure it stays in place.
Step 6
Place the coated fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 7
Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Step 9
Serve the salmon with lemon wedges to squeeze over just before eating, enhancing the flavors of the dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (996.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2117.7 |
| Total Fat 135.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 415.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2840.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 40.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.4g | |
| Protein 199.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2516.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 755.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3368.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories