Oven-roasted salmon and asparagus

SERVES 8

Batch-cook this speedy salmon recipe and you’ll have enough for two additional fuss-free meals that are perfect for lunch or dinner.

YOU WILL NEED

1kg asparagus, trimmed 1tbsp olive oil

Grated zest of 1 small lemon Calorie-controlled cooking spray 8 x 130g skinless salmon fillets ¼tsp ground cumin

¾tsp garlic powder

½tsp smoked paprika

HOW TO DO IT

1

Preheat the oven to 220C/gas 7. Put the asparagus on a large baking tray, drizzle over the olive oil and scatter over the lemon zest. Season and toss together to coat.

2

Mist another baking tray with cooking spray and arrange the salmon fillets on top. In a small bowl, combine the ground cumin, garlic powder and smoked paprika, then season to taste. Sprinkle the spice mix over the salmon.

3

Put the asparagus on the lower rack of the oven and the salmon on the upper rack. Roast for 10-12 mins until the asparagus is tender and the salmon flakes when tested with a fork. Divide between plates and serve.

TIP IF YOU HALVE THE RECIPE, IT WILL ALL FIT ON ONE TRAY. ANY LEFTOVERS CAN BE STORED IN AN AIRTIGHT CONTAINER IN THE FRIDGE FOR UP TO 3 DAYS.