Everything Bagel Crusted Salmon with Whipped Herb Cream Cheese
"If there is one thing I missed most when starting my ketogenic journey, it was a warm, toasted everything bagel loaded with cream cheese. This Everything Bagel Crusted Salmon recipe is the ultimate low-carb answer to that craving. By swapping the carb-heavy bread for a nutrient-dense, omega-3-rich salmon fillet, you get all the flavor with none of the guilt. The seasoning provides an incredible crunchy texture that contrasts perfectly with the buttery, flaky fish. To elevate this dish to gourmet status, we serve it alongside a cloud-like whipped herb cream cheese that melts slightly upon contact with the warm salmon. It's a high-fat, high-protein dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests without breaking your ketosis."
Ingredients
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel to ensure the seasoning sticks and the fish crisps up nicely. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush each fillet generously with olive oil. Season lightly with a pinch of salt and pepper (be careful with salt as the bagel seasoning often contains coarse salt).
Press the Everything Bagel Seasoning firmly onto the top of each fillet to create a dense crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon bakes, prepare the whipped topping. In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, heavy cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, fresh dill, and chives.
Use a hand mixer or a whisk to beat the mixture until light and fluffy. If it is too thick, add another teaspoon of heavy cream.
Remove the salmon from the oven and transfer to serving plates. Top each fillet with a generous dollop of the whipped herb cream cheese.
Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges on the side.
Gather Ingredients
Step by Step
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel to ensure the seasoning sticks and the fish crisps up nicely. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush each fillet generously with olive oil. Season lightly with a pinch of salt and pepper (be careful with salt as the bagel seasoning often contains coarse salt).
Press the Everything Bagel Seasoning firmly onto the top of each fillet to create a dense crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon bakes, prepare the whipped topping. In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, heavy cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, fresh dill, and chives.
Use a hand mixer or a whisk to beat the mixture until light and fluffy. If it is too thick, add another teaspoon of heavy cream.
Remove the salmon from the oven and transfer to serving plates. Top each fillet with a generous dollop of the whipped herb cream cheese.
Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges on the side.