Pan-Seared Salmon with Avocado and Cilantro Lime Sauce

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A rich, keto-friendly salmon dish pan-seared to crisp the skin, topped with a refreshing avocado and cilantro lime sauce that brightens the flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired keto recipe (gluten free), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, avocado, fresh cilantro for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving, until the skin is crisp and golden brown.
  4. Step 4: Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Step 5: Meanwhile, in a blender, combine 1 medium peeled and pitted avocado, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 2 tbsp water; blend until smooth and creamy.
  6. Step 6: Serve the salmon topped generously with the avocado cilantro lime sauce for a balance of rich and fresh flavors.

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