Keto Salmon Recipe

Ingredients & Substitutions

Here I explain the best ingredients for my keto salmon recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card.

• Salmon – I usually go for wild-caught king, coho, sockeye, or pink salmon filets. Any of those bake up beautifully. You can learn more about picking the right one [here], but honestly, whatever kind you have will work.
• Wholesome Yum Keto Honey – What makes this keto salmon different is that it uses my honey substitute which bakes, drizzles, and caramelizes just like regular honey, but with 0g net carbs. I also use it for honey mustard, stir fry, teriyaki sauce, or just drizzled over keto yogurt or muffins.
• Coconut Aminos – I like using this as a gluten-free alternative to soy sauce. If soy sauce works for you, you can totally use that instead. I recommend low-sodium so the glaze doesn’t get too salty.
• Spices – You’ll need garlic powder paprika (smoked or regular both work), ground ginger if you like a little warm spice, sea salt, and black pepper. I sometimes toss in red pepper flakes if I want a hint of heat.
• Olive Oil – I usually use olive oil, but avocado oil or any neutral oil you like will work just fine for this keto salmon recipe.

How To Make Keto Salmon

I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card.

1. Season the salmon. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels, then sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Make the glaze. In a large bowl, whisk together the keto honey, coconut aminos, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, and a little ground ginger if you’re using it.

3. Marinate the salmon. Add the salmon to the bowl and coat it well in the glaze. Marinate in the fridge, turning to coat before cooking.
4. Arrange. Place the salmon in a baking dish or on a parchment-lined sheet pan, leaving a little space between each fillet. I like to pour any leftover glaze over the top.
5. Broil. Broil the keto salmon recipe about 6 inches from the heat until it flakes easily. I like topping it with sliced green onions or other fresh herbs like parsley before serving.

Serving Ideas

Here are some of my favorite low carb sides to make this keto salmon recipe a complete meal:

• Salad – I like keeping it low carb with something fresh on the side, like my Asian cabbage salad, creamy smashed cucumber salad, or a little heat from spicy kani salad.
• Keto rice & noodles – This salmon is awesome with cauliflower rice, miracle noodles, or even my 3-ingredient egg noodles. Zucchini noodles work great too if you want something light.
• Veggies – I usually roast some bok choy or asparagus with it, but if I’m short on time, Instant Pot broccoli or a quick veggie stir fry always does the trick. You can really pair it with any of your favorite keto veggies.