These are tender, perfectly seared high-protein salmon bites with creamy mustard sauce. Juicy, flavorful, and topped with fresh green onions — a delicious low-carb dinner ready in minutes!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Perfectly cooked salmon with creamy sauce and green onion garnish
- High protein from salmon
- Quick and easy one-pan meal
- Rich flavor without the carbs
- Low carb and sugar-free
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 1½ lbs salmon fillet, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
Creamy Mustard Sauce:
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt or light cream cheese
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp whole grain mustard (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp heavy cream or water to thin
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish:
- 2–3 tbsp chopped green onions (scallions)
Instructions
- Pat the salmon cubes dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the salmon cubes in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard (if using), lemon juice, and a splash of cream until smooth. Season to taste.
- Return the salmon to the pan or transfer to a serving plate. Spoon the creamy mustard sauce over the top.
- Sprinkle generously with chopped green onions and serve immediately.
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~310
- Protein: 32g
- Total Carbs: 3g
- Net Carbs: 2g
- Fat: 18g
