“Keto Tandoori Salmon With Cauliflower Rice and Spinach Pesto”

“Keto Tandoori Salmon With Cauliflower Rice and Spinach Pesto”

Discover the flavors of India with this Keto-friendly Tandoori Salmon recipe, served over cauliflower rice and drizzled with creamy spinach pesto. Perfect for low-carb diets, this dish combines traditional Indian spices with a modern ketogenic twist.

πŸ•’ Prep 30 min, Cook 20 min, Total 50 min
🍽 Servings: 2
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Indian

Allergens

Fish, Nuts

Ingredients

  • salmon fillet, tandoori paste, olive oil, cauliflower rice, garlic, onion, baby spinach, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Tandoori Salmon by coating it with a layer of Tandoori spice mixture and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat, add garlic and onion, cook until softened.
  3. Add cauliflower rice to the pan and cook until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. In another pan, blend together spinach, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper for the Spinach Pesto.
  5. Cook the marinated salmon in a preheated oven or on a grill until cooked through and golden.
  6. Assemble the dish by placing cauliflower rice at the base, topped with the Tandoori Salmon fillet, and drizzled with Spinach Pesto.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of flavors from the Tandoori spices, Spinach Pesto, and cauliflower rice provides a symphony of tastes that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Notes

This recipe is ideal for those looking to enjoy delicious Indian cuisine while sticking to a keto or low-carb diet.

Cultural or Historical Background

Tandoori cooking originated in Northwest India and Pakistan. This method of cooking involves marinating meat in a special blend of yogurt and spices before grilling it in a tandoor oven.