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Garlic Butter Salmon With Asparagus

Garlic Butter Salmon With Asparagus for a Quick Gourmet Bite

A delightful Garlic Butter Salmon With Asparagus recipe that is quick to prepare and high in protein, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets Salmon Skin-on preferred
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper Fresh crushed recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Optional but recommended
For the Asparagus
  • 1 bunch Asparagus Trim woody ends
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted preferred
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest Fresh
  • to taste Fresh parsley or dill Optional
  • to taste Red pepper flakes Optional

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients and a large oven-safe skillet.
  2. Season the salmon fillets with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Pat dry with paper towels.
  3. Trim the woody ends off the asparagus and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, and herbs until well combined.
  5. Sear the salmon fillets skin-side up in the skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes.
  6. Flip the salmon skin-side down, arrange asparagus around it, and dot with garlic butter.
  7. Roast in the oven for 7-10 minutes until the salmon flakes and asparagus is tender.
  8. Remove from oven, drizzle fresh lemon juice, and add remaining herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 35gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Garlic Butter Salmon With Asparagus dish promises a delightful medley of flavors, ideal for any weeknight craving!

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