Description
Enjoy a vibrant plate of Seared Salmon with Asparagus, Cherry Tomatoes & Cauliflower Rice that’s high in protein and bursting with flavor! Try it today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 salmon fillet
- 1 cup cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup diced carrots and celery
- 68 cherry tomatoes
- 45 asparagus spears
- Lemon slices
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the salmon with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon skin-side down for about 4 minutes; flip and cook for another 4 minutes until cooked through.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange asparagus and cherry tomatoes on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and roast for 10-12 minutes until blistered.
- In another skillet, sauté cauliflower rice with diced carrots and celery over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until tender. Season with salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder.
- Lightly grill or pan-sear lemon slices until caramelized.
- Plate by arranging the salmon alongside roasted vegetables and sautéed cauliflower rice; garnish with charred lemon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying/Roasting/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 427
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs like parsley or dill. Pair this dish with a light salad or a drizzle of balsamic reduction for extra zest.