Lemon Herb Asparagus and Salmon Bowl with Cauliflower Rice

Lemon Herb Asparagus and Salmon Bowl with Cauliflower Rice

A fresh and vibrant low-carb bowl featuring perfectly seared salmon nestled on a bed of fluffy cauliflower rice with crisp-tender asparagus. Bright lemon and fragrant herbs bring this nutritious spring dish to life.

AI SCORE
92
/100

Lemon Herb Asparagus and Salmon Bowl with Cauliflower Rice

A fresh and vibrant low-carb bowl featuring perfectly seared salmon nestled on a bed of fluffy cauliflower rice with crisp-tender asparagus. Bright lemon and fragrant herbs bring this nutritious spring dish to life.

AI SCORE
92
/100
MediterraneanDinnerLow-carbGluten-freeDairy-freeHigh-protein
⏱️
53 min
Time
👥
4 people
Servings
🔥
425 kcal
Calories
📊
Easy
Difficulty

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets (150g each), skin-on
  • 450g fresh asparagus, woody ends trimmed
  • 500g cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 lemons, zested and juiced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained

Instructions

1

Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and half the lemon zest. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.

2

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side up and cook for 4 minutes until golden, then flip and cook until internal temperature reaches 63°C (145°F), about 3-4 minutes more. Remove and rest.

3

In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and cook for 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender with light char marks. Season with salt and set aside.

4

Add remaining olive oil to the skillet, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add cauliflower rice and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.

5

Stir oregano, remaining lemon zest, half the lemon juice, and red pepper flakes into the cauliflower rice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6

Divide cauliflower rice among four bowls. Arrange asparagus alongside and top with salmon fillets.

7

Drizzle remaining lemon juice over each bowl, scatter with fresh dill, parsley, and capers. Serve immediately.

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