Blackened Salmon Sheet Pan with Asparagus and Ginger Cilantro Sauce
This Blackened Salmon Sheet Pan delivers 3g protein and 267 calories per serving — works best as a vegetable-forward side rather than your primary protein source. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop for those prioritizing nutrient density over protein content.
Ingredients
- •Salmon
- •Asparagus(454g)
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- •Paprika, Ground(5g)
- •Cayenne Pepper, Ground
- •Garlic powder(5g)
- •Onion powder(5g)
- •½ teaspoon kosher salt
- •Oregano, Dried(5g)
- •Thyme, Dried(5g)
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(3g)
- •Brown sugar(15g)
- •Cilantro, Fresh
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(10g)
- •Garlic
- •Olive oil(60g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Orange Zest(5g)
- •Orange Juice, Fresh(60g)
- •Honey(3g)
- •¾ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 400°F with a rack in the center position. Line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
- 2Place the salmon, skin side down, on the sheet pan. Pat dry with a paper towel. Arrange the asparagus around the salmon and drizzle everything with the olive oil. Season the asparagus with the salt and toss to coat.
- 3Make the blackening seasoning. In a small bowl, combine the paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, oregano, thyme, ginger, and brown sugar. Reserve 1 teaspoon of seasoning for the cilantro ginger sauce. Sprinkle the remaining spice blend over the salmon, rubbing to coat.
- 4Roast in the oven until the asparagus is tender and the salmon flakes easily with a fork, 10-12 minutes depending on the thickness of the salmon and asparagus.
- 5Meanwhile, make the cilantro-ginger sauce. To a blender or a food processor, add the cilantro, ginger, garlic, olive oil, orange zest, orange juice, honey, salt, and the reserved 1 teaspoon blackening spice. Blend until mostly smooth.
- 6Divide the salmon and asparagus among 4 plates and drizzle with the cilantro-ginger sauce to serve.
Nutrition — Per Serving
267
calories
3g
protein
23g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Saturated fat
- 3.3g
- Sodium
- 8 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 4.3g
4 servings per batch · ~166g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Blackened Salmon Sheet Pan with Asparagus and Ginger Cilantro Sauce have per serving?
Each serving contains 3g of protein and 267 calories, so it's primarily a vegetable-forward side dish rather than a protein-centric meal. You'll want to add a separate protein component like chicken breast or tofu to build a complete macro-balanced meal.
How long does Blackened Salmon Sheet Pan with Asparagus and Ginger Cilantro Sauce take to prep?
Marked as quick prep with 4 servings on the stovetop, so this side comes together efficiently for meal assembly or weeknight dinners.
Is Blackened Salmon Sheet Pan with Asparagus and Ginger Cilantro Sauce good for fat loss?
At 267 calories and only 3g protein per serving, this works as a vegetable-based component in a fat-loss meal but requires pairing with a high-protein, moderate-calorie main dish to meet daily macro targets.
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