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Keto Christmas Seafood Feast: Smoked Salmon Bites, Lemon Cheesecake Mousse and more!

Celebrate the holidays with this flavorful keto-friendly seafood feast. Start with Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites, enjoy a main course of Garlic Butter Baked Salmon with cheesy Cauliflower Gratin and roasted Asparagus, add a crisp Fennel Salad, and finish with Lemon Cheesecake Mousse. Perfect for a festive, low-carb holiday dinner!

Ingredients

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Appetizer: Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites

  • 1 large cucumber, sliced into thick rounds
  • 4 oz smoked salmon, cut into small pieces
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • Fresh dill, chopped
  • Everything bagel seasoning (optional)

Main Course: Garlic Butter Baked Salmon

  • 2 lbs salmon fillet
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika

Side Dish 1: Keto Cauliflower Gratin

  • 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Side Dish 2: Roasted Asparagus with Lemon Zest

  • 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Salad: Fennel and Arugula Salad with Parmesan

  • 1 large fennel bulb, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups arugula
  • 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Dessert: Keto Lemon Cheesecake Mousse

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered erythritol
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Whipped cream for topping

Instructions

Instructions

Appetizer: Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites

  1. Lay cucumber slices on a platter.
  2. Spread cream cheese on each slice.
  3. Top with smoked salmon and fresh dill. Sprinkle with seasoning, if desired.

Main Course: Garlic Butter Baked Salmon

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place the salmon fillet skin-side down on the sheet.
  3. Mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, and zest. Brush over the salmon.
  4. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and paprika. Bake for 15-20 minutes. Garnish with parsley.

Side Dish 1: Keto Cauliflower Gratin

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a casserole dish.
  2. Steam cauliflower until tender. Drain well.
  3. Heat heavy cream with garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir in cheddar cheese.
  4. Toss cauliflower with cheese sauce, then transfer to the casserole. Top with remaining cheese.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.

Side Dish 2: Roasted Asparagus with Lemon Zest

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 12-15 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle with lemon zest before serving.

Salad: Fennel and Arugula Salad with Parmesan

  1. Combine fennel slices and arugula in a large bowl.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Toss lightly.
  3. Season with salt and pepper. Top with shaved Parmesan.

Dessert: Keto Lemon Cheesecake Mousse

  1. Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sweetener, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla. Mix well.
  2. In another bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
  3. Spoon into cups and chill for 1 hour. Top with whipped cream.

Notes

  • The appetizer and dessert can be made a few hours ahead.
  • For an extra festive touch, garnish all dishes with fresh herbs or lemon slices.
  • Adjust seasoning to suit your taste preferences.

Please note: The recipe or ingredients shown in the video might vary slightly from what’s listed here. Use the video as an illustration, but for the best results, you might want to stick to the recipe provided in this article.

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