Fiscal Year Salmon with Asparagus
A nutrient-dense meal featuring perfectly seared salmon and roasted asparagus, designed to maximize flavor while staying within a healthy eating budget. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 23 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, bunch, trimmed asparagus, olive oil 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1 bunch, trimmed asparagus
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1, sliced lemon
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Place 1 bunch trimmed asparagus on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat evenly and spread in a single layer.
- Step 2: Pat 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) dry with paper towels. Rub both sides with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp dried dill.
- Step 3: Place salmon fillets skin-side down on top of the asparagus on the baking sheet. Arrange 1 sliced lemon over each fillet. Roast in preheated oven for 12-14 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender-crisp.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Fiscal Year Salmon with Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 23 minutes (10 min prep + 13 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 Fiscal Year Salmon with 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 Fiscal Year Salmon with 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 Fiscal Year Salmon with 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 Fiscal Year Salmon with 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
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This has become our go-to seafood dish. We make it weekly.
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Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
