Energy-Boosting Salmon with Lemon-Dill Sauce

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A vibrant dish of pan-seared salmon with a bright lemon-dill sauce and crisp-tender asparagus, packed with omega-3s to support sustained energy and mental clarity. This American-inspired Whole30 recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs Salmon fillets, Olive oil, Lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 1 lb salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until skin is crispy and golden, then flip and cook for 3-4 minutes more until cooked through.
  3. Step 3: While salmon cooks, whisk 1 lemon (zested and juiced), 2 tbsp fresh chopped dill, and 2 minced garlic cloves in a small bowl until emulsified.
  4. Step 4: Remove salmon from skillet, set aside, and add 2 cups asparagus to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender, then pour lemon-dill sauce over asparagus and toss to coat evenly.

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