Sear Salmon with Grilled Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes
A nutritious and flavorful salmon dish paired with grilled asparagus and cherry tomatoes, drizzled in a zesty vinaigrette.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Healthy
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fresh salmon fillet
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (basil or parsley), chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Wash asparagus and cherry tomatoes. Trim ends of asparagus and slice tomatoes in half. Mince garlic and chop herbs finely.
- Heat the pan: Place your non-stick frying pan over medium heat and drizzle in olive oil.
- Sear the salmon: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes until edges turn opaque.
- Flip the salmon to sear the other side for 3-4 minutes. Add asparagus and cherry tomatoes to the pan, tossing them gently in juices. Add minced garlic and cook for 3-5 minutes until asparagus is tender.
- Add herbs: Sprinkle chopped herbs over the dish before serving.
- Plate and serve warm, drizzling with extra virgin olive oil or lemon juice.
Notes
For a deeper flavor, marinate the salmon in olive oil, garlic, and herbs a few hours before cooking. Substitute salmon with trout or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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