Name: Keto Seared Salmon with Avocado, Wilted Spinach, and Lemon Butter
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each); 1 ripe avocado, sliced; 4 cups fresh spinach, washed; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 lemon (zest and juice); 1 clove garlic, minced; Salt and pepper to taste

Keto Seared Salmon with Avocado, Wilted Spinach, and Lemon Butter

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This keto-friendly dinner is a potassium powerhouse—salmon, avocado, and spinach are all rich in potassium and healthy fats, making it both nutritious and satisfying. The dish layers flavors masterfully: buttery salmon, creamy avocado, vibrant lemon, and garlicky wilted spinach create a beautiful symphony on the plate. The lemon juice ties it all together, adding brightness and connecting the flavors, while the pan butter gives a silky finish. With minimal ingredients and quick cook time, it’s perfect for a weeknight meal that feels restaurant-worthy and supports your health goals.

Ingredients

Instructions

Pat salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon fillets, skin-side down, for 3-4 minutes until crisp. Flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until just cooked through. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic to the pan; sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add spinach and cook, tossing, until just wilted, 1-2 minutes. Squeeze in half the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Remove spinach and keep warm.
Arrange spinach on plates. Fan avocado slices on top. Place salmon fillets over the avocado.
Drizzle remaining lemon juice and sprinkle lemon zest over the salmon. Finish with a drizzle of pan butter. Serve immediately.