Smoky Herb-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus
Perfectly seared salmon fillets with a fragrant herb crust, paired with tender asparagus spears roasted to caramelized edges. This American-inspired seafood recipe (high-protein, low-carb), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, avocado oil, dried thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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.
Ingredients
- 6 oz salmon fillets
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 cup asparagus
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat 6 oz salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides evenly with 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
- Step 3: Add 1/4 cup asparagus spears to the skillet, nestling them around the salmon. Transfer skillet to oven and roast for 10-12 minutes until salmon reaches 125°F internally and asparagus is tender-crisp with light browning.
