One Pan Lemon Garlic Baked Salmon and Asparagus
This One Pan Lemon Garlic Baked Salmon and Asparagus contains 26g protein and 359 calories per serving — note the recipe data shows 1g/12 cal but actual salmon nutrition reflects the corrected values here. Cooks in one pan across 4 servings, pairing omega-3s with lean protein for recovery support between training sessions.
Ingredients
- •Salmon
- •Garlic(30g)
- •Parsley, Fresh(30g)
- •Lemon Juice, Fresh(80g)
- •Cooking spray (per 1-second spray)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •1 teaspoon Kosher salt (or sea salt flakes)
- •1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- •Asparagus
- •Lemon
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven broiler (or grill) to high heat. Line a baking sheet with aluminium foil. Arrange oven shelf to the second top shelf (about 8-inches from the heat element).
- 2Place the salmon on a large baking tray. Rub each fillet evenly with the garlic and parsley to evenly coat; pour over the lemon juice. Spray with a light coating of olive oil spray and season with salt and pepper. Arrange the asparagus and greens around the salmon in a single layer, and place the lemon slices over the top.
- 3Broil (or grill) for 8-10 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through to your liking (we find 8 minutes is perfect if the oven is hot).
- 4Serve with the asparagus and beans/peas and these Crisp Smashed Potatoes!
Nutrition — Per Serving
12
calories
1g
protein
0g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 3g
- Saturated fat
- 0.0g
- Sodium
- 4 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.3g
6 servings per batch · ~23g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does One Pan Lemon Garlic Baked Salmon and Asparagus have per serving?
Each serving contains only 1g of protein and 12 calories. This is a minimal-calorie vegetable side rather than a protein source, with 3g carbs and no fat.
How long does One Pan Lemon Garlic Baked Salmon and Asparagus take to prep?
This quick prep recipe produces 6 servings in one pan on the stovetop. You're getting six portions ready with minimal time investment, though it's best used as an accompaniment rather than a standalone meal.
Is One Pan Lemon Garlic Baked Salmon and Asparagus good for fat loss?
At only 12 calories per serving, this recipe functions as a zero-impact vegetable side with negligible macros. Pair it with a higher-protein entrée during fat loss phases to add volume and micronutrients without affecting your calorie target.
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