Half-Portion Salmon and Asparagus Baked Dish
A half-portion baked dish featuring flaky salmon, tender asparagus, and a herby dill sauce. This scandinavian-inspired sheet pan ready in about 25 minutes pairs salmon fillet, bunch, trimmed asparagus, chopped dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 1/2 lb salmon fillet
- 1/2 bunch, trimmed asparagus
- 1 tbsp, chopped dill
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place 1/2 lb salmon fillet on one half of the sheet and 1/2 bunch trimmed asparagus on the other half.
- Step 2: Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil over the salmon and asparagus. Sprinkle 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1 minced garlic clove over the salmon.
- Step 3: Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is flaky and asparagus is tender. Garnish with 1 tbsp chopped dill and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Portion Salmon and Asparagus Baked Dish 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 Half-Portion Salmon and Asparagus Baked Dish?
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 salmon fillet from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Portion Salmon and Asparagus Baked Dish?
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 Half-Portion Salmon and Asparagus Baked Dish for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Half-Portion Salmon and Asparagus Baked Dish?
Scandinavian sheet pan 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
- ★★★★★
Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
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