This quick and healthy fish-and-veggies dinner is highlighted by an easy fresh citrus sauce.

Rinse fish; pat dry with paper towels.

Finely shred 1 teaspoon peel from lemon; set aside.

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Squeeze juice from the lemon and orange; combine juices.

Measure 1/4 cup juice for dressing and set aside.

Pour the remaining juice into a large skillet; add water.

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Add salmon; reduce heat to medium.

Simmer, covered, for 4 minutes.

Lay asparagus atop salmon (see Tips).

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To serve, drizzle dressing mixture over salmon and asparagus.

Garnish with additional fresh parsley leaves, if desired.

Tips

Asparagus in the liquid may take on a slightly olive green color.

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  • Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day.

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