Herb-Crusted Salmon with Roasted Asparagus and Lemon

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An elegant sheet pan dinner featuring pan-seared salmon with a crispy herb crust, roasted asparagus, and a bright lemon-dill sauce. This mediterranean-inspired sheet pan ready in about 30 minutes pairs salmon fillets, olive oil, fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place 2 salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush each fillet with 1 tbsp olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, 1/2 tsp lemon zest, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tbsp each of chopped dill and parsley. Press the herb mixture onto the salmon to adhere.
  2. Step 2: Arrange 1 bunch trimmed asparagus around the salmon on the baking sheet. Drizzle asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place 1 sliced lemon on top of the asparagus.
  3. Step 3: Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is cooked through (internal temperature 145°F) and asparagus is tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: While baking, combine 1/4 cup lemon juice with 1 tbsp water in a small bowl. After baking, remove salmon and asparagus from oven. Pour lemon juice mixture over both, garnishing with additional dill.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Herb-Crusted Salmon with Roasted Asparagus and Lemon take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Salmon with Roasted Asparagus and Lemon?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Crusted Salmon with Roasted Asparagus and Lemon?

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 Salmon with Roasted Asparagus and Lemon 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 Herb-Crusted Salmon with Roasted Asparagus and Lemon?

Mediterranean 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.

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