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Pan Seared Salmon and Asparagus

This one-pan salmon and asparagus meal is equal parts nourishing and delicious. It’s one of my very favorite ways to feed my family really well, even on the busiest of nights!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Cassy Joy Garcia

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil divided
  • 2 bunches asparagus
  • 1 whole salmon filet de-boned and cut into 4 filets (about 1-1¼ pounds total)
  • 1 tablespoon seasoning blend of choice Balanced Bites Trifecta Blend pictured here
  • ½-1 teaspoon of fine sea salt

Instructions

  • Add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the asparagus. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until bright green.
  • Move the asparagus to the side of the skillet, and add another tablespoon of olive oil to the now-bare side. Add the salmon to the pan skin side-down, then cook for 3-4 minutes over high heat, until the skin is crisp.
  • Season the salmon with your seasoning of choice, then sprinkle the salt over both the asparagus and salmon.
  • Flip the salmon, then season the skin with additional salt, and turn the heat down to medium. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the salmon is semi-firm to the touch or easily flakes with a fork.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 297kcal | Carbohydrates: 4.4g | Protein: 33.5g | Fat: 17.3g | Saturated Fat: 2.7g | Cholesterol: 72.4mg | Sodium: 694.9mg | Fiber: 1.7g | Sugar: 1.3g