Sautéed Salmon with Lemon-Garlic Asparagus

Pan-seared salmon fillets with a vibrant lemon-garlic sauce and perfectly roasted asparagus spears for a light yet satisfying meal.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Keto

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp fresh dill
• 2 cloves garlic
• 12 oz asparagus
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper on both sides.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for 3-4 minutes until cooked through. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
3. Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in juice and zest of 1 lemon, then add 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill.
4. Step 4: Add 12 oz trimmed asparagus to the skillet, season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper, and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp with slight char.
5. Step 5: Serve salmon with lemon-garlic sauce spooned over top and roasted asparagus on the side.