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Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Salmon with Roasted Asparagus

  • Author: Elena
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A quick and healthy weeknight dinner featuring tender, flaky salmon fillets and roasted asparagus seasoned with lemon, herbs, and garlic, all cooked on a single sheet pan for easy cleanup.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 to 2 pounds salmon fillets
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 medium lemons (juice and zest)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 large bunch fresh asparagus (about 1 pound)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
  • 2 medium shallots, sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper and lightly grease.
  2. Wash and pat dry the asparagus. Trim the woody ends by bending a spear to find the snap point. Toss asparagus with melted butter, half the lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Spread on one side of the sheet pan.
  3. Pat salmon fillets dry. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, juice of one lemon, minced garlic, oregano, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  4. Place salmon on the other side of the sheet pan. Brush the lemon-herb mixture generously over the fillets.
  5. Roast for 12-15 minutes for thin fillets or 15-20 minutes for thicker fillets, until salmon flakes easily and asparagus is tender-crisp.
  6. Remove from oven and let salmon rest for 2-3 minutes. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything and garnish with parsley or lemon slices before serving.

Notes

Pat the salmon dry before seasoning to ensure better browning. Do not overcrowd the pan to allow proper roasting. Salmon continues to cook after removal from the oven, so pull it when it looks just barely done. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet and
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 320
  • Fat: 24
  • Saturated Fat: 6
  • Carbohydrates: 8
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 34

Keywords: sheet pan dinner, lemon herb salmon, roasted asparagus, healthy weeknight meals, easy seafood, gluten-free dinner, omega-3 rich

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