Description
A healthy and flavorful meal-prep dish featuring tender salmon and crisp asparagus, all coated in a zesty garlic lemon butter sauce. Perfect for a nutritious and satisfying meal!
Ingredients
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4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
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1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
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3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tsp lemon zest
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1 tbsp olive oil
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp paprika
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1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Arrange salmon and asparagus on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil.
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In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and paprika. Pour over salmon and asparagus.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is flaky and asparagus is tender.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and serve or portion into meal-prep containers.
Notes
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Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Pair with quinoa, rice, or roasted potatoes for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 18 g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35 g