One-Pan Roasted Lemon Herb Salmon with Asparagus
Juicy salmon fillets roasted alongside tender asparagus spears with bright lemon and fragrant herbs for a simple, healthy dinner. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs about 6 oz each salmon fillets, trimmed asparagus, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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, about 6 oz each salmon fillets
- 1 lb, trimmed asparagus
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1, sliced into thin rounds lemon
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange 4 salmon fillets and 1 lb trimmed asparagus in a single layer on the sheet.
- Step 2: Drizzle 3 tbsp olive oil evenly over salmon and asparagus. Sprinkle 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme over everything.
- Step 3: Scatter 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 sliced lemon over the salmon and asparagus. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and serve immediately, spooning pan juices over the salmon for extra flavor.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Roasted Lemon Herb Salmon with Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 One-Pan Roasted Lemon Herb 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 trimmed asparagus from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Roasted Lemon Herb 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 One-Pan Roasted Lemon Herb 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 One-Pan Roasted Lemon Herb Salmon with Asparagus?
Mediterranean 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.
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