Lemon-Herb Salmon with Crispy Roasted Asparagus
Bright, flaky salmon with a zesty lemon-herb crust, served atop perfectly caramelized asparagus for a vibrant 25-minute dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, olive oil, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 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
- 2 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large, zested and juiced lemon
- 1 tbsp dried dill
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 bunch (12 oz), trimmed asparagus
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, garlic powder, and remaining salt and pepper.
- Step 3: Pat salmon dry, then brush the lemon-herb mixture evenly over both sides.
- Step 4: Place salmon on the asparagus, skin-side down. Roast for 12-14 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 5: Let rest for 3 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
