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Old Bay Salmon

732 kcal | 52g Protein | 46g Carbohydrates | 37g Fat
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Carb Rice
Protein Salmon
Servings 4
Calorie 600-800 Calories

Equipment

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon:

  • 2 lbs salmon fillets
  • 1.5 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • 1 large lemon sliced
  • 2 large lemons quartered (for serving)

For the Rice & Veggies:

  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 cups asparagus trimmed
  • ½ tbsp Old Bay seasoning

Instructions
 

Prep the Oven & Rice:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Start cooking jasmine rice using your preferred method. I always go with a rice cooker for consistency.
    1 cup jasmine rice

Prep the Salmon & Asparagus:

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper (or spray with non-stick spray).
  • Pat salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place skin-side down on the baking sheet.
    2 lbs salmon fillets
  • On a separate baking sheet, arrange trimmed asparagus evenly.
    2 cups asparagus

Season Everything:

  • Melt butter in a small bowl and use a basting brush to evenly coat the salmon fillets.
    2 tbsp butter
  • Sprinkle 1.5 tbsp of Old Bay seasoning evenly over the salmon, smoothing it out for an even coat.
    1.5 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
  • Sprinkle the remaining ½ tbsp of Old Bay seasoning on the asparagus.
    ½ tbsp Old Bay seasoning
  • Arrange lemon slices around the salmon for extra citrus flavor.
    1 large lemon

Bake the Salmon & Asparagus:

  • Place both baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  • Check the salmon at 15 minutes—it’s done when it reaches an internal temp of 150°F and flakes easily with a fork.

Final Touches & Meal Prep:

  • Let the salmon cool slightly, then remove the skin for easier meal prep. (Optional but recommended).
  • Divide rice, salmon, and asparagus evenly into 4 meal prep containers.
  • Serve with fresh lemon wedges for squeezing over the meal.
    2 large lemons

Nutrition

Calories: 732kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 52gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 159mgPotassium: 1080mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 662IUVitamin C: 33mgCalcium: 106mgIron: 5mg
Keywords easy baked salmon recipe, high-protein salmon with asparagus, Old Bay Salmon meal prep
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