Herb-Crusted Baked Salmon with Asparagus
A healthy, flavorful dish with flaky salmon coated in a herb crust, served alongside roasted asparagus for a balanced meal. This international-inspired seafood ready in about 40 minutes pairs salmon fillets, bunch asparagus, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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 salmon fillets
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp dill
- 1 tbsp parsley
- 2 garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15-18 minutes until tender.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Press half the herb mixture into salmon fillets.
- Step 3: Place salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Top with remaining herb mixture and drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil. Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flaky.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Crusted Baked Salmon with Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Herb-Crusted Baked 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 salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Crusted Baked 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 Herb-Crusted Baked 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 Herb-Crusted Baked Salmon with Asparagus?
International 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
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
