Description
Craving a keto-friendly dinner that’s both satisfying and low-carb? This garlic butter salmon with sautéed spinach is a quick, delicious, and nutrient-packed option for your next meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges for garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Place them in the skillet, skin side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes until crispy. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the lemon juice, then add the spinach and sauté for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- Serve the salmon over the spinach, drizzling any extra garlic butter from the skillet on top. Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley if desired.
Notes
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Pair with a side of cauliflower rice for extra fiber while staying low-carb.
- Make sure to use fresh spinach for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with spinach
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg