Description
This garlic butter salmon with Parmesan cauliflower rice is a quick, flavorful, and low-carb dish that pairs crispy, garlicky salmon with creamy, zesty cauliflower rice. Perfect for busy weeknights and healthy eating.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds wild salmon fillet
- 1/2 cup fresh Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 2 large garlic cloves, grated
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 3 cups riced cauliflower (about 1 medium head)
- 1/2 cup white onion, chopped
- 2 large garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable stock
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon sour cream
- Red chili pepper flakes, optional
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with foil and place the salmon skin-side down.
- In a shallow dish, mix 2 tablespoons melted butter, grated Parmesan, grated garlic, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- Season the salmon with salt and pepper, then dredge into the Parmesan mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Sauté the onion and garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the riced cauliflower and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add the vegetable stock, sour cream, half the parsley, and lemon zest. Cook for another minute.
- Stir in the lemon juice and a sprinkle of leftover Parmesan.
- Fold in the remaining parsley and serve with the salmon placed on top.
Notes
- Use ghee instead of butter for a nuttier flavor.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter option.
- Add sautéed spinach or mushrooms to the cauliflower rice for more vegetables.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently in a skillet or oven to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
