Salmon with Avocado Asparagus

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An omega-3-packed dinner featuring wild-caught salmon and roasted asparagus, topped with a creamy avocado sauce. This pacific-inspired whole30 ready in about 29 minutes pairs salmon fillets, asparagus, avocado oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 385 calories and feeds 2, 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.

★ 4.2 (11 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 14 min Serves 2 Pacific cuisine 385 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place salmon on parchment-lined baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tbsp avocado oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Step 2: Toss asparagus with remaining 1 tbsp avocado oil, salt, and pepper, then spread around salmon on the sheet.
  3. Step 3: Bake 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily and asparagus is tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Blend avocado, lime juice, and 1 tbsp cilantro until smooth. Slice salmon, serve over asparagus with avocado sauce and top with almonds and remaining cilantro.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Salmon with Avocado Asparagus take to make?

Total time is about 29 minutes (15 min prep + 14 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Salmon with Avocado Asparagus?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Salmon with Avocado Asparagus?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Salmon with Avocado Asparagus for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Salmon with Avocado Asparagus?

Pacific whole30 like this pair well with a compliant starch (roasted sweet potato, cauliflower rice, or plantains), a crisp salad dressed with olive oil and lemon, and sliced fruit. Skip grains, legumes, dairy and added sugar — none of them are Whole30-compliant. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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