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Keto Baked Juicy Salmon with Sautéed Leek and Asparagus

Prep Time 11 minutes
Cook Time 26 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 413 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. salmon fillet
  • 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • ½ cup chopped leek
  • ½ cup chopped asparagus
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ginger

Instructions
 

  • Preheat an oven to 400°F (204°C) and prepare a baking tray. Set aside.
  • Drizzle lemon juice over the salmon fillet then brush with extra virgin olive oil.
  • Wrap the salmon fillet with aluminum foil then place on the baking tray.
  • Place the baking tray in the oven and bake for approximately 10 minutes.
  • After 10 minutes, take the baking tray out of the oven and unwrap the aluminum foil.
  • Return the salmon back to the oven and bake again for another 10 minutes or until the salmon is lightly golden brown.
  • In the meantime, preheat a saucepan over medium heat and pour olive oil into the saucepan.
  • Once the oil is hot, stir in minced garlic then sauté until lightly golden brown.
  • Next, add chopped leek and asparagus to the saucepan then season with pepper and ginger. Stir occasionally and cook until the vegetables are wilted.
  • Transfer the sautéed vegetables to a serving dish then wait until the baked salmon is ready.
  • When the salmon is done, take it out of the oven and place on the top of the vegetables.
  • Serve and enjoy!