Stuffed Salmon Over Rice and Grilled Asparagus

INGREDIENTS

Salmon:

4 skinless salmon fillets

salt and pepper to season

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 tablespoons olive oil divided

1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Filling:

4 oz (120 g) cream cheese at room temp

4 oz (120 g) frozen spinach thawed

1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese

2 teaspoons minced garlic

Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Garlic Butter:

1 tablespoon unsalted butter

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Grilled Asparagus

1 pound asparagus (choose thick spears)

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

lemon wedges , if desired