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Grilled Wild-Caught Salmon with Lemon-Garlic Asparagus
10 mins
Easy
This dish brings the clean, bright flavors of the coast directly to your table. Perfectly charred salmon meets crisp, tender asparagus for a meal that feels indulgent yet fuels your body with essential nutrients.
A high-protein, heart-healthy dinner that comes together in under 20 minutes. It relies on minimal ingredients to highlight the natural quality of the fish and the fresh crunch of the seasonal greens.
Before grilling, let your salmon rest at room temperature for 10 minutes. This prevents the proteins from seizing up when they hit the heat, resulting in a much more tender, buttery texture.
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 42g |
| Fat | 28g |
| Carbs | 6g |
The salmon is ready when it is opaque throughout and flakes easily when pressed gently with a fork.
Yes, roast at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes until the salmon flakes and asparagus is tender.
Wild-caught salmon generally has a lower fat content than farmed and often contains a more favorable balance of omega-3 fatty acids.
Stewart Lucas is the founder of NutriGuide. With over a decade of clinical experience in nutrition, hormone balance, and dietetic consulting, Stewart simplifies home cooking with science-backed diet plans, healthy ingredient hacks, and easy culinary techniques.
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