Pan-Seared Salmon with Asparagus

Flaky pan-seared salmon fillets seasoned with a blend of herbs, served with crisp-tender asparagus spears and cauliflower rice for a light and delicious low-carb meal.

• Prep: 15 min
• Cook: 20 min
• Total: 35 min
• Servings: 2
• Cuisine: American
• Difficulty: Easy
• Cost: $10.86/serving

Dietary

• Halal
• Low-Carb
• Gluten-Free
• Nut-Free
• Soy-Free
• Egg-Free
• Pescatarian
• Low-Sugar
• High-Protein

Ingredients

• 2 salmon fillets (6-ounce, skin on or off)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried dill
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 bunch asparagus (woody ends trimmed)
• 1 head cauliflower (riced)
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 lemons (wedges, for serving)

Instructions

1. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, dried dill, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
2. In a large skillet, heat 1/2 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully place salmon fillets skin-side down (if applicable) in the hot skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden.
3. Flip the salmon and cook for another 3-5 minutes, depending on thickness, until cooked to your desired doneness. Remove salmon from the skillet and set aside on a plate to rest.
4. While salmon rests, add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil to the same skillet (if needed) and add the asparagus. Season with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
5. In a separate saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Add the riced cauliflower and sauté over medium heat or microwave until heated through and slightly softened, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in the fresh parsley.
6. Serve the pan-seared salmon with the sautéed asparagus and cauliflower rice. Garnish with lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

For best results, avoid overcooking the salmon to keep it moist and flaky.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 512
• Protein: 54.4 g
• Carbohydrates: 16.5 g
• Fat: 28.5 g
• Fiber: 7.5 g
• Sodium: 768 mg
• Saturated Fat: 6.8 g
• Sugar: 4.5 g
• Cholesterol: 128 mg