Low Carb Pan-Seared Salmon with Caper-Lemon Butter
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Low Carb Pan-Seared Salmon with Caper-Lemon Butter, a dish that strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and sophistication. Featuring tender, flaky salmon fillets with a beautifully crispy sear, this recipe is topped with a luscious caper-lemon butter sauce that bursts with tangy, buttery, and herbaceous flavors. Ready in just 22 minutes, this quick and easy low-carb recipe is perfect for those seeking a healthy yet indulgent meal. The combination of garlic, fresh parsley, and zesty lemon juice creates a vibrant sauce that complements the richness of the salmon, while the capers add a briny pop of flavor. Ideal for keto and low-carb diets, this gourmet-inspired dish is a delight to serve on busy weeknights or as an elegant centerpiece for dinner parties.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large lemon
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic
Directions
Step 1
Pat salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter.
Step 3
Once the butter is melted and foamy, add salmon fillets to the skillet, skin-side up. Cook for 4-5 minutes, without moving them, to ensure a crispy crust forms.
Step 4
Flip the salmon carefully using a spatula and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 5
Remove salmon from the skillet and set aside, keeping it warm.
Step 6
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
Step 7
Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, but not browned.
Step 8
Stir in the capers and juice of the lemon, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 1-2 minutes allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 9
Remove from heat and stir in chopped fresh parsley.
Step 10
Plate the salmon fillets and generously spoon the caper-lemon butter sauce over the top. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (689.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1618.8 |
| Total Fat 132.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 40.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 324mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1999.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 10.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.0g | |
| Protein 106.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 63.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 217.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories