Seared Salmon with Asparagus, Cherry Tomatoes & Cauliflower Rice
Enjoy this healthy Seared Salmon with Asparagus, Cherry Tomatoes & Cauliflower Rice that’s packed with flavor! Try it tonight for a delicious meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 salmon fillet
- lemon, sliced
- 1 cup cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup diced carrots and celery
- 68 cherry tomatoes
- 45 asparagus spears
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- garlic powder
- paprika
- parsley
Instructions
- Season the salmon fillet with salt and black pepper. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and sear the salmon skin-side down for about 4 minutes per side until crispy.
- Toss asparagus and cherry tomatoes in olive oil with salt. Roast in the oven or continue using the skillet until blistered, about 10 minutes.
- Sauté cauliflower rice with diced carrots and celery until tender, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and optional garlic powder.
- Char lemon slices on the grill or pan until caramelized for enhanced flavor.
- Plate the dish by arranging the salmon, roasted vegetables, and cauliflower rice together, adding charred lemon slices as garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 75mg