Grilled Asparagus and Salmon over Rice
A quick and healthy weeknight dinner featuring perfectly grilled salmon and asparagus served over fluffy rice. Simple ingredients, big flavor, and ready in about 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 650
- Protein
- 40g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper.
Step 2
Brush the salmon fillets with the oil mixture on both sides. Trim the woody ends off the asparagus and toss with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt.
Step 3
Place the salmon on the grill, skin-side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes. Add the asparagus to the grill in a single layer.
Step 4
After 4-5 minutes, flip the salmon and turn the asparagus. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily, and the asparagus is tender with char marks.
Step 5
Remove from grill. Squeeze the juice of half the lemon over the salmon and asparagus. Slice the other half into wedges for serving.
Step 6
Divide the cooked rice between two plates. Top with the grilled salmon and asparagus. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- Grill or grill pan
- Tongs
- Small bowl
- Basting brush
- Knife
- Cutting board
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