Keto Recipe
Grilled salmon and roasted asparagus with loaded cheddar and pancetta cauliflower casserole
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Ingredients
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For the grilled salmon
For the roasted asparagus
For the loaded cheddar and pancetta cauliflower casserole
Method
For the grilled salmon
- 1
Prepare the marinade
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Marinate the salmon
Place the salmon fillets in a dish and pour the marinade over them. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 3
For the roasted asparagus
- 4
Prepare the asparagus
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the asparagus and trim the tough ends.
- 5
Season the asparagus
Place the asparagus on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- 6
Roast the asparagus
Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until tender and slightly crispy.
For the loaded cheddar and pancetta cauliflower casserole
- 7
Preheat the oven
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 8
Cook the pancetta
In a skillet, cook the diced pancetta over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- 9
Steam or boil the cauliflower
In a large pot, steam or boil the cauliflower florets until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and mash them slightly.
- 10
Make the cheese mixture
In a large bowl, combine the mashed cauliflower, cooked pancetta, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until creamy.
- 11
Assemble and bake
Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly. Top with additional cheddar cheese if desired. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
- 12
Garnish and serve
Remove from oven, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve warm.
