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A clean eating lemon salmon fillet, perfectly baked and garnished with fresh herbs.

Zesty Lemon Herb Baked Salmon with Roasted Asparagus

This Zesty Lemon Herb Baked Salmon with Roasted Asparagus is a flavorful and healthy meal that's easy to prepare. Fresh salmon fillets are seasoned with a vibrant lemon-garlic-dill mixture and baked alongside tender-crisp asparagus.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 fresh salmon fillets (4-6 oz)
  • 1 bunch asparagus ends trimmed
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 lemon lemon juice for salmon
  • 1/4 lemon lemon juice for asparagus
  • 1 tsp fresh dill chopped (or parsley)
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat salmon fillets dry with a paper towel.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, 1/2 lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Cooking
  1. Place salmon on the baking sheet and brush with lemon-garlic mixture; sprinkle with dill or parsley.
  2. Toss asparagus with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 lemon juice, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
  3. Arrange asparagus on the baking sheet alongside the salmon.
  4. Bake for 12-18 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily, and asparagus is tender-crisp.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately and enjoy your lemon herb salmon with roasted asparagus.

Notes

Cooking time may vary based on salmon fillet thickness. Adjust seasoning to your preference.