Grilled Lemon-Garlic Salmon with Asparagus

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-12 · Updated 2026-04-12

Salmon fillets seared to perfection with a bright lemon-garlic marinade, served with lightly charred asparagus for a quick, healthy meal. This american-inspired grilling ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, olive oil, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 lb, trimmed asparagus

Instructions

1. Step 1: Whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl.
2. Step 2: Brush both sides of 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) with half the lemon-garlic mixture and place on a preheated grill over medium-high heat.
3. Step 3: Grill salmon for 5-7 minutes per side until opaque and flakes easily, basting occasionally with remaining sauce. Meanwhile, place 1 lb trimmed asparagus on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning once, until tender and slightly charred.