Garlic-Dill Baked Salmon with Roasted Asparagus

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Succulent salmon fillets with a fragrant garlic-dill sauce, served alongside tender roasted asparagus. This american-inspired keto (gluten-free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (about 6 oz / 170g each) Salmon fillets, (about 450g) 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 1 lb (450g) trimmed asparagus on a baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; toss to coat and spread in a single layer.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp fresh dill, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Place 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each) on the baking sheet with asparagus, skin-side down. Rub the garlic-dill mixture evenly over each salmon fillet.
  4. Step 4: Dot each salmon fillet with 1 tbsp butter.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 12-15 minutes at 400°F until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Garlic-Dill Baked Salmon with 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 Garlic-Dill Baked Salmon with 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 (about 450g) asparagus from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic-Dill Baked Salmon with 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 Garlic-Dill Baked Salmon with 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.

Is Garlic-Dill Baked Salmon with Roasted Asparagus gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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