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Grilled Lemon Herb Salmon with Asparagus

Grilled Lemon Herb Salmon with Asparagus

Discover how to make Grilled Lemon Herb Salmon with Asparagus, a healthy and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. Easy steps and expert tips included!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets Salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • 1 bunch Fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • 3 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 units Lemons (zest and juice)
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Dried thyme
  • 1 tsp Dried rosemary
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

  • Grill or grill pan
  • Tongs
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Trim the woody ends off the asparagus and toss with olive oil, lemon zest, minced garlic, thyme, and rosemary, massaging for flavor absorption.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, brushing the grates lightly with oil.
  4. Place the salmon skin-side down on the grill first, leaving space for asparagus.
  5. After 5 minutes of cooking the salmon, add the asparagus to the grill and turn occasionally until tender-crisp and slightly charred.
  6. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over both the salmon and asparagus during the last minute of grilling.
  7. Carefully transfer the salmon and asparagus to a serving platter and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 36gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For an added layer of flavor, marinate the salmon in olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs for 30 minutes before grilling. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, and reheated gently in the oven. Feel free to substitute salmon with cod or trout, or asparagus with green beans for variety. This dish pairs beautifully with white wine or sparkling water with lemon slices.
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