NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

7 oz salmon fillet

1 cup asparagus spears

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

0.5 tsp lemon zest

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

  Pat the salmon fillet completely dry using a paper towel to ensure a crisp sear.

• 2

  Season the flesh side of the salmon evenly with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

• 3

  Heat the olive oil in a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

• 4

  Place the salmon in the pan, skin-side up, and sear for 4 to 5 minutes until a golden crust forms.

• 5

  Flip the salmon and add the trimmed asparagus spears to the empty spaces in the skillet.

• 6

  Cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, tossing the asparagus occasionally, until the salmon is cooked through and the asparagus is tender.

• 7

  Remove from heat and immediately drizzle the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest over the salmon and asparagus before serving.