Chamomile-Honey Salmon with Lemon Asparagus and Magnesium-Rich Sweet Potato Mash

01 Jun Chamomile-Honey Salmon with Lemon Asparagus and Magnesium-Rich Sweet Potato Mash

This calming June recipe is designed to support better sleep, healthy melatonin production, and nighttime recovery. Omega-3 rich salmon helps reduce inflammation and supports brain health, while chamomile and honey provide gentle calming compounds that encourage relaxation. Lemon asparagus delivers antioxidants and folate to support detoxification and hormone balance, and magnesium-rich sweet potatoes help calm the nervous system and promote deeper, more restorative sleep.

INGREDIENTS:

Chamomile-Honey Salmon

• 4 Wild-Caught Salmon Fillets
• 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
• 2 Chamomile Tea Bags (or 2 tsp loose chamomile, steeped strong)
• 2 Tbsp Raw Honey
• 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
• 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
• ½ tsp Sea Salt
• ¼ tsp Black Pepper
  

Lemon Asparagus

• 1 bunch Asparagus, trimmed
• 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 Garlic Clove, minced
• 1 Tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
• Zest of 1 Lemon
• Sea Salt and Black Pepper to taste
  

Magnesium-Rich Sweet Potato Mash

• 2 Large Sweet Potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 Tbsp Grass-Fed Butter or Coconut Oil
• ¼ cup Unsweetened Almond Milk or Coconut Milk
• ½ tsp Cinnamon
• Pinch of Sea Salt

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INSTRUCTIONS:

Prepare the Chamomile-Honey Salmon

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Steep chamomile tea in ¼ cup hot water for 5–7 minutes, then cool slightly.
3. In a bowl, mix olive oil, chamomile tea, honey, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
4. Brush mixture over salmon fillets and let sit for 10–15 minutes to absorb flavor.
5. Place salmon on a lined baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until cooked through and flaky.
   

Make the Lemon Asparagus

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add garlic and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add asparagus and cook for 5–7 minutes until tender but still crisp.
4. Finish with lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
   

Prepare the Sweet Potato Mash

1. Boil sweet potatoes in water for 12–15 minutes or until fork tender.
2. Drain and transfer to a bowl.
3. Add butter or coconut oil, almond milk, cinnamon, and sea salt.
4. Mash until smooth and creamy.

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Assemble and Serve:

Plate the salmon alongside lemon asparagus and a generous serving of sweet potato mash.
Enjoy this grounding, nutrient-dense meal in the evening to support relaxation, steady blood sugar, and natural melatonin production for deeper, more restorative sleep.