Dinner
Baked Salmon with Asparagus
Heart-healthy omega-3 salmon baked with garlic and lemon alongside crisp asparagus. Only 8g carbs per serving.
10 Min
Prep Time
20 Minutes
Cook Time
2 Servings
NUTRITION:
380
Kcal
Calories
8
g
Carbs
42
g
Protein
3
g
Fiber
3
g
Sugar
18
g
Fat
320
g
Sodium
BLOOD SUGAR FRIENDLY SCORE
/ 100
95
EXCELENT
INGREDIENTS
2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
1 bunch asparagus, tough ends trimmed
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lemon, sliced
Fresh dill, salt, and black pepper to taste
Smart Swap
Fish Alternatives: Try trout, cod, or halibut — all are low-carb, high-protein options excellent for blood sugar management.
Vegetable Swaps: Broccoli, zucchini, or green beans work just as well alongside salmon for a complete low-carb dinner.
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat
Preheat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with foil. Arrange trimmed asparagus on one side of the pan.
Season
Drizzle olive oil over asparagus and toss. Place salmon on the other side. Spread garlic-oil mixture over salmon. Season with salt and pepper. Top with lemon slices.
Bake
Bake 18-20 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender.
Serve
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything before serving. Track your blood glucose 2 hours after eating to understand your personal response.
10 Min
20 Minutes
Prep Time
Cook Time
2 Servings
Why this Recipe Works
Omega-3 fatty acids in salmon reduce inflammation — a root cause of insulin resistance in Type 2 diabetes.
Only 8g carbs per serving — one of the lowest-carb complete dinners you can make.
Asparagus contains chromium, a mineral that enhances insulin's ability to transport glucose into cells.
42g protein per serving keeps you satiated for hours, preventing post-meal snacking and blood sugar spikes.