
Crispy-skin salmon with lemon dill butter
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
10 min
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2
2 fillets
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Moderate
$$
Crispy-skin salmon with lemon dill butter
Wild-caught salmon fillets seared to perfection with a crispy skin and topped with a bright lemon dill butter. A high-fat, zero-carb dinner ready in minutes.
5m
Prep Time
10m
Cook Time
15m
Total Time
2
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Moderate $$
Cost
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Pan-seared salmon is one of the fastest keto dinners you can make. The key is a screaming hot pan and dry skin, which produces a crackling crust that contrasts beautifully with the silky flesh inside.
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Heat avocado oil in a skillet over high heat until just smoking.
Place fillets skin-side down and press gently with a spatula for 30 seconds. Cook 4 minutes until skin is crispy.
Flip, reduce heat to medium, add butter, dill, lemon juice and zest. Baste salmon for 2-3 minutes.
Remove when center is still slightly translucent for medium doneness. Spoon butter sauce over top.
Serve with a fresh side salad for a balanced meal
Pair with your favorite grain or bread on the side
Garnish with fresh herbs for a beautiful presentation
Similar fat content and flavor profile
Different herb flavor that pairs equally well with salmon
Use avocado oil for high-heat searing—olive oil will smoke and burn at these temperatures.
Let fillets come to room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking for more even results.
Refrigerate leftover salmon for up to 2 days.
Reheat gently in a 275°F oven for 8-10 minutes to avoid drying out.
Per serving (85mg) · 2 servings
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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