Baked Lemon-Garlic Salmon with Dill and Roasted Asparagus
Juicy salmon fillets baked with a zesty lemon-garlic marinade topped with fresh dill, paired with tender roasted asparagus for a light, nutritious meal. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 4 tbsp, divided olive oil
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1 lb, trimmed asparagus spears
- 1 1/2 tsp, divided salt
- 1 tsp, divided black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to make the marinade.
- Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on a lined baking sheet. Brush the lemon-garlic marinade evenly over the salmon and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill.
- Step 3: Toss 1 lb trimmed asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Arrange asparagus in a single layer next to the salmon on the baking sheet.
- Step 4: Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Serve the salmon and asparagus immediately, spooning any pan juices over the salmon for added flavor.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Lemon-Garlic Salmon with Dill and Roasted Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baked Lemon-Garlic Salmon with Dill and Roasted Asparagus?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Lemon-Garlic Salmon with Dill and Roasted Asparagus?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Lemon-Garlic Salmon with Dill and Roasted Asparagus for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Lemon-Garlic Salmon with Dill and Roasted Asparagus?
Mediterranean seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
