Low-Carb Grilled Salmon with Lemon Butter Recipe

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Servings: 4 servings

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 10 minutes

Total time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 (6-ounce) Salmon filets
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 1 Lemon, juiced and zested
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Season salmon filets with salt and black pepper to taste.
  3. Brush both sides of the salmon filets with olive oil.
  4. Place the salmon filets on the grill, skin side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy. Carefully flip the salmon filets in the oven and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the salmon is cooked.
  5. While the salmon is cooking, prepare the lemon butter sauce. Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add lemon juice, zest, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  6. When the salmon is done, remove it from the grill and transfer it to a serving platter.
  7. Pour the lemon butter sauce over the salmon filets and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (1 salmon filet with lemon butter sauce):

Calories: 440 kcal

Total Fat: 33g

Saturated Fat: 10g

Cholesterol: 125 mg

Total Carbohydrates: 2g

Protein: 34g

Nutrition Disclaimer: We are not certified nutritionists. Nutrition facts are an estimate and are provided as a courtesy. They are generated by an online API that recognizes ingredient names and amounts and makes calculations based on the serving size. Results may vary.

How to Store the Low-Carb Grilled Salmon with Lemon Butter

To prevent bacterial growth, ensure the leftovers are stored in an airtight container or tightly wrapped in plastic wrap. It should be eaten within 3 to 4 days to ensure that it is safe to consume.