Healthy Salmon

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful and easy "Healthy Salmon" recipe, perfect for a wholesome yet indulgent meal. This dish features tender salmon fillets brushed with a zesty blend of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, fragrant dill, and a hint of paprika for a subtle smoky kick. Paired with roasted asparagus spears drizzled in olive oil, this one-pan meal is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 25 minutes—but also rich in omega-3s and essential nutrients. Perfectly roasted at 400°F, the salmon remains juicy while absorbing the tangy citrus and herby flavors, further enhanced by the aromatic pop of lemon slices. Whether you're meal prepping or treating your family to a nourishing, restaurant-quality dinner, this easy and healthy salmon recipe delivers big on flavor without skimping on nutrition.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh dill
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 slices lemon slices
• 1 pound (trimmed) asparagus spears

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.

Step 2

Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped dill, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Brush the olive oil mixture generously over the tops of the salmon fillets.

Step 5

Arrange lemon slices on top of each fillet for added flavor.

Step 6

Place the trimmed asparagus spears around the salmon on the baking sheet, drizzling them lightly with olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 7

Bake the salmon and asparagus in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is cooked to your desired level of doneness.

Step 8

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the salmon rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve the healthy salmon fillets with the roasted asparagus on the side, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1234 grams (1234.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1622

Total Fat 104.70g	134%
Saturated Fat 15.30g	77%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 272mg	91%
Sodium 2911mg	127%
Total Carbohydrate 25.20g	9%
Dietary Fiber 18.40g	66%
Total Sugars 6.80g
Protein 153.70g	307%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 149mg	11%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 1096mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.8%

Protein: 37.1%

Carbs: 6.1%