Air Fryer Salmon with Lemon Asparagus and Tomatoes
Succulent air-fried salmon paired with tender roasted asparagus and sweet cherry tomatoes. Completely garlic-free and balsamic-free for a fast, flavorful high-protein dinner.
Prep
7 min
Cook
10 min
Total
17 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Marianne + Lila
Marianne created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
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Prep
7 min
Cook
10 min
Total
17 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
For meal prep, store cooked salmon and vegetables in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C)…
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Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C)…
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
Allow: 3 minutes
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Pat 1 salmon fillet dry
Pat 1 salmon fillet dry with a paper towel.
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Snap off the woody ends of 150g…
Snap off the woody ends of 150g asparagus and leave 100g cherry tomatoes whole.
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Place the asparagus and cherry tomatoes in…
Place the asparagus and cherry tomatoes in a small bowl, drizzle with 0.5 tbsp olive oil, 0.5 tsp dried oregano, and a pinch of salt, tossing to coat evenly.
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Rub the remaining 0
Rub the remaining 0.5 tbsp olive oil over the salmon fillet and season light with salt.
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Place the salmon fillet skin-side down in…
Place the salmon fillet skin-side down in one side of the air fryer basket and arrange the asparagus and cherry tomatoes in an even layer on the other side.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 8…
Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 8 to 10 minutes until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and flakes easily with a fork, and the tomatoes are blistered.
Look for: the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and flakes easily with a fork, and the tomatoes are blistered
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Transfer the salmon
Transfer the salmon, asparagus, and tomatoes to a serving plate.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Squeeze 0
Squeeze 0.5 fresh lemon over the salmon and vegetables right before serving.
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