Keto Salmon with Pesto
Salmon is one of the best fish to eat when you’re on a keto diet because it’s so rich in protein and omega-3 fatty acids. The combination of salmon and pesto is so surprisingly good that you will look forward to having this on a regular basis.
Serving Suggestions:
Create a keto-friendly base for your salmon by serving them over a bed of cauliflower rice.
The tender salmon and flavorful pesto will beautifully complement the cauliflower rice, offering a wholesome and satisfying meal.
➡️ Nutritional Information:
1 Serving
Energy – 389 kcal
Protein – 7g
Fat – 30.9g
Carbohydrates – 20.7g
Fiber – 3.5g
Zucchini Noodles:
For a light and refreshing twist, pair your salmon with zucchini noodles (zoodles).
Spiralize fresh zucchinis into noodle-like strands and sauté them in a little butter until just tender.
Toss the zoodles with the salmon just before serving and savor the perfect harmony of flavors and textures.
➡️ Nutritional Information:
1 Cup
Energy – 19 kcal
Protein – 1.4g
Fat – 0.4g
Carbohydrates – 3.5g – (Net Carbs: 2.4g)
Keto Salmon with Chunky Basil Pesto
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Season the Salmon with ALL the herbs and spices170 g Salmon, ⅛ tsp Thyme, ⅛ tsp Rosemary, 1 pinch Sea salt, 1 pinch Black Pepper
- Heat a non-stick skillet and add Olive Oil
- Add the salmon (skin side down) and cook for 2/3 minutes
- Turn the salmon and continue cooking until thoroughly cooked
- Set aside
- Add all the ingredients to a food processor¼ Cup Basil, 1 Tbsp Almonds, 1 Tbsp Parmesan Cheese, 2 Cloves Garlic, 2 Tbsp Olive Oil, 1 pinch Salt, 1 pinch Black Pepper
- Pulse on high until everything is coarsely chopped (around One minute)
- Serve the Salmon with a generous amount of Pesto and garnish with a slice of lemon
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Notes
➡️ Nutritional Information:
- Energy – 606.9 kcal
- Protein – 38.4g
- Fat – 46.9g
- Carbohydrates – 3.9g