Keto Garlic Butter Salmon with Asparagus

A rich and flavorful keto-friendly salmon dish pan-seared to perfection and served with tender asparagus sautéed in garlic butter. This meal is low-carb, high-fat, and perfect for a healthy, satisfying dinner.

Steps

1. Pat the salmon fillet dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Place salmon skin-side down (if skin on) and cook for 4-5 minutes until crispy.
4. Flip the salmon and add 1 tbsp butter and minced garlic to the pan.
5. Spoon melted garlic butter over the salmon and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
6. Remove the salmon and set aside.
7. In the same skillet, add remaining butter and sauté asparagus with a pinch of salt until tender, about 4-5 minutes.
8. Drizzle lemon juice over asparagus and toss.
9. Plate salmon alongside asparagus, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately.