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Easy Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Salmon Recipe With Roasted Asparagus for Perfect Healthy Dinner

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A quick and easy sheet pan recipe featuring lemon herb marinated salmon and roasted asparagus, perfect for healthy and satisfying weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170g each), skin-on if possible
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus (about 1 lb / 450g), trimmed
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill or thyme, chopped
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt to taste (about 1 tsp kosher salt)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste (about ½ tsp)
  • Optional: red pepper flakes for a subtle kick

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a 9×13-inch rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dill or thyme, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
  3. Trim the woody ends off the asparagus and add the spears to the bowl with the marinade. Toss well to coat evenly.
  4. Spread the asparagus in a single layer on the sheet pan, leaving space for the salmon.
  5. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them skin-side down on the sheet pan next to the asparagus.
  6. Brush or spoon the remaining marinade generously over the salmon. Sprinkle lightly with red pepper flakes if using.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender but still crisp.
  8. If needed, remove salmon early and roast asparagus for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  9. Let the salmon rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat salmon skin dry to ensure crispiness and prevent sticking. Do not overcrowd the pan to allow even roasting. For extra crispy skin, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching carefully. Fresh herbs are preferred for best flavor. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days; reheat gently in oven at 300°F for 10 minutes to maintain texture.

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