Bright Lemon-Dill Salmon with Asparagus

Name: Bright Lemon-Dill Salmon with Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 (6 oz each) salmon fillets; 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill; 1, zested and juiced lemon; 2 tbsp olive oil; 12 oz, trimmed asparagus; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Pan-seared salmon fillets with fresh dill and lemon, served alongside tender asparagus for a vibrant, light dinner.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Seafood

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

2 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
1, zested and juiced lemon
2 tbsp olive oil
12 oz, trimmed asparagus
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat 2 (6 oz) salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place in a baking dish. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp lemon zest, and 2 tbsp lemon juice. Brush half of the mixture over the salmon fillets.
Step 3: Place 12 oz trimmed asparagus around the salmon in the baking dish. Drizzle the remaining herb mixture over the asparagus and toss to coat.
Step 4: Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque throughout and asparagus is tender-crisp with slight char on edges.