Whole30 Salmon
This Whole30 Salmon delivers 2g protein and 107 calories per serving—a micronutrient-dense option for omega-3 intake during a cut. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop as a light protein pairing. Built for lifters prioritizing overall body composition over protein-per-calorie efficiency in a single dish.
Ingredients
- •Salmon
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Garlic(10g)
- •Lime(3g)
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- •Cauliflower Rice, Frozen
- •Avocado
- •Lime Juice, Fresh(23g)
- •Hot Sauce, Frank'S RedHot
- •Garlic(60g)
- •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- •Cilantro, Fresh(30g)
- •Tomato(240g)
Instructions
- 1Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Arrange the salmon fillets in the center of the sheet.
- 2In a small bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Drizzle and brush generously over the salmon. (You will have some run off and down the sides, but brush what you can onto the fish.) Let the salmon stand at room temperature for 10 minutes while the oven finishes preheating.
- 3Bake until the fish flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F, about 16 to 20 minutes.* Cover and let rest 3 minutes.
- 4While the salmon bakes, prepare the avocado salsa: In a large bowl, stir together the avocado, lime juice, hot sauce, garlic, salt, pepper, and cilantro. With a fork, gently crush pieces of the avocado and stir. You want them to break down a little and make the salsa creamy, but you should have plenty of chunkiness remaining. Stir in the tomatoes. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
- 5Transfer the salmon to serving plates. Serve hot, topped with avocado salsa and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
Nutrition — Per Serving
107
calories
2g
protein
8g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 9g
- Saturated fat
- 1.1g
- Sodium
- 10 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.3g
4 servings per batch · ~99g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Whole30 Salmon have per serving?
This recipe provides 2g of protein per serving at 107 calories with 8g fat and 9g carbs. Note: this is a lighter protein option compared to typical gym-focused recipes.
How long does Whole30 Salmon take to prep?
Whole30 Salmon is quick prep and yields 4 servings on the stovetop, making it suitable for mid-week meal prep when you need something fast. The batch size divides cleanly for 4 individual servings.
Is Whole30 Salmon good for fat loss?
At 107 calories per serving, this is a calorie-controlled option for fat loss phases, though you'll want to pair it with additional protein sources to hit daily targets. The fat content comes primarily from omega-3s, which support recovery.
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