CryoCove Recipe

Recovery Dinner (Baked Salmon)

Name: Recovery Dinner (Baked Salmon)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each); 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed; 1 cup cooked quinoa; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp dried dill; to taste salt and pepper

Anti-inflammatory baked salmon with roasted asparagus and quinoa — the ideal post-training recovery meal.

Prep

10m

Cook

20m

Total

30m

Servings

Calories

520

Macro Breakdown

Protein40g (41%)

Carbs36g (37%)

Fat22g (22%)

Diet

omnivorepescatariangluten-free

Goal

recoverylongevity

Pillar Benefits

FoodMoveSleepCold

Ingredients

2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
1 cup cooked quinoa
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried dill
to taste salt and pepper

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
Place salmon fillets on one side. Toss asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil on the other side.
3
Mix remaining olive oil with garlic, lemon juice, and dill. Brush over salmon.
4
Season everything with salt and pepper.
5
Bake for 15-18 minutes until salmon flakes easily.
6
Serve salmon and asparagus over quinoa.

Tips

*Don't overcook salmon — it should still be slightly translucent in the center.
*This meal delivers omega-3s, complete protein, and complex carbs for optimal recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Recovery Dinner (Baked Salmon)?

Recovery Dinner (Baked Salmon) has 520 calories per serving with 40g of protein. It's a great option for a healthy dinner meal.

How long does it take to make Recovery Dinner (Baked Salmon)?

This recipe takes 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking, for a total of 30 minutes from start to finish.

Is Recovery Dinner (Baked Salmon) suitable for special diets?

Yes, this recipe is compatible with the following diets: omnivore, pescatarian, gluten-free. Check the full ingredient list to confirm it meets your specific needs.

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Place salmon fillets on one side. Toss asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil on the other side.

Mix remaining olive oil with garlic, lemon juice, and dill. Brush over salmon.

Season everything with salt and pepper.

Bake for 15-18 minutes until salmon flakes easily.

Serve salmon and asparagus over quinoa.