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A keto salad made with smoked salmon, pine nuts, capers, and Parmesan cheese can be a delicious and nutritious choice for those following a ketogenic diet.
 

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Salmon is a fatty fish that’s high in omega-3 fatty acids, which are known for their anti-inflammatory properties. These fats can help support heart and brain health. It is also an excellent source of high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle maintenance and repair. Salmon is rich in selenium, an essential mineral that acts as an antioxidant and supports immune function.

Pine nuts are high in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which can help increase feelings of fullness and support heart health. They contain various vitamins and minerals, including vitamin E, magnesium, and zinc. Additionally, pine nuts are a source of antioxidants, which can help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.
 
Parmesan cheese is a good source of protein, which is important for muscle health and satiety. It’s rich in calcium, a mineral that supports strong bones and teeth. Parmesan is a source of vitamin B12, which is crucial for nerve function and the production of red blood cells.

 

It is important to note that to maintain ketosis, it’s essential to track carbohydrate intake and ensure it aligns with your daily macro goals. Consulting with a healthcare professional is advised before making significant dietary changes. Scroll to the bottom to see the full macros and allergens for this Best-ever Keto Smoked Salmon Salad, as well as all the Seafood recipes on Fats of Life®.
 

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Best-ever Keto Smoked Salmon Salad

The best way to serve a smoked salmon salad... Combined with capers, toasted pine nuts, avocado and generously covered in freshly squeezed lemon, this heavenly salad comes in at only 3.6g carbs per serving - a perfect keto lunch bowl.

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Course Light Meals, Salad

Cuisine General

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2 people

Author Monya Kilian Palmer

Per serving

Calories: 427kcal | Carbohydrates: 3.6g | Protein: 2.1g | Fat: 37g

Equipment

• kitchen scale
• universal measuring spoons
• sharp knife
• frying pan
• mixing bowl

Ingredients

• 2 TB pine kernels
• 1 handful wild rocket (arugula)
• 1 handful salad leaves
• 2 TB olive oil
• salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 140 g (4.9 oz) smoked salmon, (cold-smoked)
• 1/2 large avocado, peeled and diced
• 1/4 red onion, peeled and thinly sliced
• 2 tsp capers, drained
• generous squeeze fresh lemon
• 15 g (0.5 oz) Parmesan cheese, shaved

Instructions

• Toast the pine nuts in a hot, dry pan until golden. Set aside to cool.
• Combine the rocket and lettuce and dress with the olive oil. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Divide between two bowls.
• Arrange the salmon, avocado, red onion and capers between each bowl. Generously squeeze lemon over the salads and add another crack of black pepper.
• Top with the toasted pine nuts and shavings of Parmesan before serving.

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A new-and-improved version of this delicious recipe features in my cookbook KETO KITCHEN.

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My name is Monya Kilian Palmer. If you loved this recipe, please follow and tag me @mkilianpalmer on Instagram so we can all see your lovely creations!

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Nutritional Information per serving
Calories                         427Kcal / 1786J
Fat                                 37g
Carbohydrates              3.6g
Protein                           2.1g

Allergens
Milk
Fish

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See all the Seafood recipes on Fats of Life:

Peppered Parmesan Cod with Garlic Butter Cabbage (Keto)

Green Thai Curry Fish Soup (Keto)

Salmon and Greens with Sesame Dressing (Keto)

Spiced Salmon with Garlic-roasted Veg (Keto)

Bacon wrapped Cod with Bacon Buttered Greens (Keto)

Calamari and Courgetti Bowl with Chilli & Garlic (Keto)

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Disclaimer: The nutritional analysis, macro and allergen breakdown of the recipes on this site have been manually and carefully calculated using the cloud-based software NUTRITICS®. NUTRITICS® is fully approved by the relevant Trading Standards organizations and is EU and FDA-compliant. The macros calculations are provided as a courtesy to you based on the author's weighing of ingredients when creating the dishes. If Erythritol (a sugar polyol) has been used in any of the recipes, it has already been manually excluded from the final carbohydrate count. The author is a chef - not a medical professional - and this website has been designed to provide you with recipe ideas to suit the low carb lifestyle you have discussed with your GP.

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