Speedy Herb-Roasted Salmon with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes
A restaurant-worthy salmon dish with crisp-tender asparagus and sweet cherry tomatoes—roasted to perfection in 20 minutes. This mediterranean-inspired sheet pan (whole30) ready in about 23 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets, cherry tomatoes, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets
- 1 bunch, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces asparagus
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1, thinly sliced lemon
- 1 tsp, chopped dill
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Place asparagus and cherry tomatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, then sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat.
- Step 3: Arrange salmon fillets skin-side down on top of the vegetables. Rub with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, then season evenly with garlic powder, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper.
- Step 4: Scatter lemon slices and chopped dill over the salmon. Roast for 15-18 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork and vegetables are tender and slightly charred at the edges.
- Step 5: Let rest for 2 minutes before serving with extra lemon wedges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Speedy Herb-Roasted Salmon with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 23 minutes (5 min prep + 18 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 Speedy Herb-Roasted Salmon with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes?
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 cherry tomatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Speedy Herb-Roasted Salmon with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes?
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 Speedy Herb-Roasted Salmon with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes 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.
Is Speedy Herb-Roasted Salmon with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30 based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
