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Lemon Pepper Salmon Bowls with Asparagus

A healthy and flavorful dish featuring pan-seared salmon, roasted asparagus, and a zesty lemon pepper seasoning, served over a bed of rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets salmon skin-on or skinless
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
  • 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning store-bought or homemade
  • 1 lemon juice and zest for flavor
For the Asparagus
  • 1 bunch asparagus trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for roasting
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
For Serving
  • 2 cups cooked rice white or brown
  • 4 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Asparagus
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  2. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes until tender and slightly crispy.
Cook the Salmon
  1. While the asparagus is roasting, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the salmon fillets with lemon pepper seasoning, lemon juice, and zest.
  3. Place the salmon in the skillet, skin-side down, and cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy.
  4. Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Assemble the Bowls
  1. Divide the cooked rice among four bowls.
  2. Top each bowl with a salmon fillet, roasted asparagus, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
  3. Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the bowls with additional toppings like avocado, cherry tomatoes, or a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

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