Lemon-Thyme Roasted Salmon with Garlic Asparagus

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-12 · Updated 2026-05-12

Oven-roasted salmon infused with fresh lemon and thyme, served alongside tender asparagus sautéed with garlic for a bright and healthy dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 bunch (12 oz), trimmed asparagus
• 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 2 salmon fillets on a lined baking sheet. Season with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme, and 1 tsp lemon zest. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp lemon juice.
2. Step 2: Roast salmon for 12-15 minutes until opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
3. Step 3: While salmon roasts, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 1 bunch trimmed asparagus and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is bright green and tender-crisp. Season with a pinch of salt.
5. Step 5: Remove salmon and asparagus from heat. Drizzle remaining 1 tbsp lemon juice over asparagus and serve immediately alongside the salmon.