Crispy-Skinned Salmon on Sautéed Veggies

This salmon and veggies recipe packs a hefty, nutrient-dense punch without falling short on flavour. 

Salmon is featured in many of our most nutrient-dense recipes. This is no surprise, considering it provides ample omega-3 fatty acids, phosphorus, calcium, potassium, copper, choline, and the complete profile of essential amino acids.

Asparagus, spinach, and mushrooms punch up the micronutrient profile by supplying vitamins A, C, and K, copper, iron, magnesium, folate, and fibre, and add a savoury crunch to the dish.

Scorecard

Macros 

This recipe provides 400 calories, 55 g of protein, 17 g of fat and 3 g of net carbs. 

Micros  

The Cronometer screengrab below shows the nutrients provided by 2000 calories of this recipe relative to the Optimal Nutrient Intakes.  

Ingredients 

SERVES 1

  • A scant amount of butter for frying (use ghee for AIP)
  • 50 g mushrooms, sliced 
  • 50 g asparagus, chopped 3 cm lengths
  • 50 g spinach
  • 200 g salmon, skin on
  • Salt and pepper (optional)

Directions 

  • In a saute pan, heat butter over medium-high heat until bubbling.
  • Add mushrooms and asparagus and saute for 2 – 4 minutes until tender and cooked to your taste. Add spinach to the pan in several small batches, stirring, and saute after each addition until wilted.
  • In a second saute pan, heat butter over medium-high heat until bubbling.
  • When hot, place fish into the frypan skin side down. Leave salmon to cook undisturbed for 2 – 3 minutes.
  • When the colour has lightened 3/4 of the way up the end of the fillet, turn the salmon and saute for another 30 seconds.
  • Plate up the vegetables and top with the salmon. Add salt and pepper to taste.

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