VIDEO: ‘Mind Over Munch’ Makes Garlic Dijon Salmon and Honey Balsamic Asparagus

By  //  July 25, 2016

HOSTED BY ALYSSIA SHEIKH

ABOVE VIDEO: Can you believe this easy weeknight dinner only requires 5 ingredients TOTAL, 20 minutes to prep and cook one pan, AND no dirty dishes? Amazing!

INGREDIENTS
2 Tbsp garlic, minced
1/4 cup Dijon Mustard
8 oz salmon filets
12-20 asparagus spears (depending on size, 2 portions), ends trimmed
Marzetti® Honey Balsamic Veggie Drizzle™ Finishing Sauce

PROCEDURE
Preheat oven to 450ºF.
Combine garlic and Dijon. Set aside.
Cover a large pan with foil, creasing the middle to divide your pan into two sections. Spray it down with cooking spray.
Place your salmon filets on one half of the tray and asparagus spears on the other.
Brush garlic Dijon mixture liberally onto salmon.
Sprinkle sea salt onto asparagus.
Bake 12-15 minutes, until salmon is flaky and asparagus is roasted.
Plate and add your Marzetti® Honey Balsamic Veggie Drizzle™ Finishing Sauce to your asparagus spears.
Enjoy!

ABOUT MIND OVER MUNCH & ALYSSIA SHEIKH

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Alyssia-SHEIKH-180-2On the Mind Over Munch website, you’ll find delicious recipes that are guilt-free and figure-friendly alternatives to your favorite foods (and more!) without sacrificing any flavor. I am a group fitness instructor and personal trainer, and while I love exercise–I’ll be the first to say that weight loss, weight maintenance, and muscle gain are mostly dependent on diet (although a good balance of diet, exercise, and rest are all crucial to incorporate into your regular regimen!). Through this resource, you’ll find recipes that are appropriate for you regardless of your fitness and health goals. These recipes are NOT just for people dieting–these are for people who want to maintain a healthy lifestyle, and learn how to enjoy the foods they love without ousting anything from their diet.

My philosophy on food revolves around “moderation” being key, and not depriving yourself of things you want. I believe that allowing yourself to enjoy the foods you crave is essential to prevent overindulging. The problem is that most of us don’t truly practice “moderation.” Eating out once a week used to be “moderate,” but for many dining out daily is now the norm. I live in NYC and am a huge foodie, so I of course love to indulge in a not-so-light-meal every once in a while–which is all the more reason why I choose to cook HEALTHY when I’m at home. My recipes are lighter than their origins, meaning they are lower in fat, calories and carbs, and higher in protein and overall nutrition. Take a look around the site and find some recipes you’d like to try! They’re all easy, and I’m a busy girl so most are quick to make! If you have any questions, fill out the form below, and be sure to subscribe to be updated on all the newest happenings of Mind Over Munch!