Baked Lemon Herb Salmon with Asparagus for a Fresh Twist
Baked Lemon Herb Salmon with Asparagus is a quick and elegant meal, combining tender salmon with crisp asparagus for a delicious, heart-healthy dinner.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- - Paper towels
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 4 fillets Salmon skin-on preferred
- 1 whole Lemon juice and zest
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
For the Marinade
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin recommended
- 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
For the Asparagus
- 1 bunch Asparagus choose similar thickness
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried parsley, dried thyme, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Trim the asparagus by snapping off the woody ends and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Pour two-thirds of the marinade over the fillets.
- Arrange the asparagus on the same baking sheet. Drizzle them with the remaining marinade and gently toss.
- Bake for 12-13 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and the asparagus is tender.
- Rest for 2 minutes before serving. Plate and enjoy warm, drizzled with the pan juices.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with fresh lemon slices or additional herbs for a vibrant presentation. For best texture, consume leftovers within 24 hours.