One-Pan Lemon Pepper Salmon with Asparagus

Tender salmon fillets with a bright lemon-pepper crust, roasted with crisp asparagus in a single pan.

Cuisine: American

Category: Quick Meals

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

• 2, 6 oz each salmon fillets
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 bunch, trimmed asparagus
• 1, sliced into thin rounds lemon
• 1 tbsp (optional) butter

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each) skin-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: Season salmon with 1/2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
3. Step 3: Arrange 1 bunch trimmed asparagus around the salmon.
4. Step 4: Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and place 1 lemon slice on top of each fillet.
5. Step 5: Roast for 12-15 minutes until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
6. Step 6: If using, melt 1 tbsp butter in a small pan and spoon over salmon just before serving.