Sheet Pan Salmon With Fresh Asparagus
Sheet Pan Salmon With Fresh Asparagus is a quick and delicious meal that combines rich salmon with crisp asparagus, all roasted together for easy cleanup.
Equipment
- Sheet Pan
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 fillets Fresh Salmon Fillets Each fillet should weigh around 6 ounces.
- 1 pound Fresh Asparagus Look for firm, straight spears with tightly closed tips.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin olive oil for best flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for brightness.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor.
- to taste Salt Kosher salt recommended.
- to taste Black Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
- for garnish Fresh Herbs Dill or parsley recommended.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse the asparagus under cold water and trim the tough ends. Pat dry with a paper towel.
- Place the salmon fillets on a large sheet pan lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Drizzle the salmon with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the asparagus with the remaining olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Arrange the asparagus around the salmon on the sheet pan.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over both the salmon and asparagus.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.
Notes
For variations, consider adding different vegetables or spices to suit your taste.