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Easy One-Pan Lemon Herb Salmon with Asparagus

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A quick and easy one-pan recipe featuring tender salmon fillets roasted with crisp asparagus, brightened with lemon and fresh herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets (about 6 ounces/170 g each)
  • 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound/450 g), trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes, a pinch (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Rinse and trim the tough ends of the asparagus (about 1-2 inches). Spread asparagus evenly on one side of the baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss gently to coat.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped dill, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  4. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the other side of the baking sheet. Brush each fillet generously with the lemon herb mixture, letting some herbs fall onto the asparagus.
  5. Optional: Sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes over the salmon if desired.
  6. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes, depending on thickness, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily and asparagus is tender-crisp with slight caramelization.
  7. Remove from oven and let rest for 2 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  8. Serve immediately with an extra squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

If salmon is undercooked but asparagus is done, broil salmon for 1-2 minutes to finish cooking. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent asparagus from steaming and becoming soggy. Rest salmon after cooking for juicier texture. Optional butter pat on salmon before serving adds richness.

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