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Weekly Wellness Recipe: Lemon Dill Salmon & Asparagus
Bright lemon and fresh dill keep this salmon and asparagus meal light, simple, and Phase 2-friendly.
Bright lemon, savory garlic, and fresh dill turn this simple salmon-and-asparagus combo into a Phase 2-friendly dinner that feels a little fancy without any fuss. Everything roasts on a sheet pan, so cleanup stays easy, and the portions make it simple to stay aligned with the plan.
Nutritional Benefits
This meal is built around clean, satisfying protein and high-volume vegetables, which is exactly what you want in Phase 2 when you’re aiming to feel full without relying on extra fats.
- Salmon delivers high-quality protein to support satiety and muscle maintenance, plus naturally occurring omega-3s that make the meal feel more satisfying.
- Asparagus adds fiber and water-rich volume to support digestion and help you feel comfortably full.
- Lemon, dill, and garlic bring bold flavor without added sugar or heavy sauces, so the meal tastes bright and fresh while staying simple and compliant.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 to 3 cups asparagus spears, trimmed
- Lemon juice and zest, to taste
- Dill (fresh or dried), to taste
- Garlic (minced or garlic powder), to taste
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Cooking spray (Phase 2-friendly)
- Optional: parsley, chives, or basil; red pepper flakes; capers
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Pat the salmon dry, then season with salt, pepper, garlic, dill, and lemon juice. Place the salmon on the prepared pan.
- Trim the asparagus and spread it on the same pan (or a second pan if you want extra space). Lightly coat with cooking spray, then season with salt and pepper. If you like, add a little lemon juice over the asparagus too.
- Roast for 12–14 minutes, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily and the asparagus is tender with lightly browned tips. If your asparagus is very thin, check it around the 10–11 minute mark.
- Finish with lemon zest and any fresh herbs you’re using. Add capers or a pinch of red pepper flakes if you want a sharper, punchier finish.
Start with quality salmon and simple aromatics. Garlic and herbs add big flavor without complicating the prep.
Nutritional Information (Approximate)
Serving Size
- Women: 4 oz roasted salmon + 1 cup roasted asparagus
- Men: 6 oz roasted salmon + 1 1/2 cups roasted asparagus
Women (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~260
- Carbohydrates: ~5 g
- Fats: ~14 g
- Protein: ~28 g
- Sugar: ~3 g
- Fiber: ~3 g
Men (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~390
- Carbohydrates: ~8 g
- Fats: ~21 g
- Protein: ~43 g
- Sugar: ~4 g
- Fiber: ~4 g
Simple Dinner, Big Wins
If you want a reliable Phase 2 dinner you can repeat without getting bored, this one’s a keeper. Make it once as written, then rotate your herbs and add-ins so it still feels fresh every time: same structure, new vibe.
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