Grilled Salmon with Asparagus (Zone Diet)
Grilled Salmon and Asparagus dish is prepared with a variety of ingredients. The salmon fillets are marinated in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper, then grilled for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked to your liking. The asparagus is seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and grilled for 5-6 minutes until tender and lightly charred.
Equipment
- 1 Griller
- Few Charcoal
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 pound asparagus trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
- Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Turn the salmon to coat well and marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toss the asparagus with a drizzle of olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the salmon fillets for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked to your liking.
- Grill the asparagus for about 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred.
- Serve the grilled salmon with the asparagus on the side.
Notes
This recipe makes four servings, with each serving containing approximately 292 calories, 28g protein, 9g carbohydrates, and 17g fat. It's a healthy, well-balanced meal option that is easy to prepare and perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.