Lemon Herb Baked Salmon with Roasted Asparagus
This easy recipe features flaky salmon fillets baked with a vibrant lemon-herb mixture and roasted alongside tender-crisp asparagus, all on one convenient baking sheet.
Equipment
- Oven
- Large baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Small bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 (6-ounce) fillets Fresh Salmon Fillets
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 large Lemons
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 bunch Asparagus
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure a crispier finish.
- Combine 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dill, parsley, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Place the salmon on the baking sheet and spoon the herb mixture evenly over each fillet.
- Toss the asparagus with another tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper on the same baking sheet, then spread it in a single layer around the salmon.
Cooking
- Bake for 12-18 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily, and the asparagus is tender-crisp.
Serving
- Garnish the baked salmon and asparagus with fresh lemon slices before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can marinate the salmon in the lemon-herb mixture for 15-30 minutes before baking. Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of your salmon fillets; thinner fillets will cook faster.