Za'atar-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Carrots and Asparagus

Salmon fillets marinated in za'atar and lemon, roasted with tender carrots and asparagus for a complete weeknight dinner.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Seafood

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 18 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 4 (6 ounces each) salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons za'atar spice blend
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound, sliced into 1/2-inch coins carrots
• 1 bunch, trimmed asparagus
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then rub 2 tablespoons za'atar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon olive oil over both sides.
2. Step 2: Toss 1 pound sliced carrots, 1 bunch trimmed asparagus, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon olive oil on a baking sheet.
3. Step 3: Place salmon fillets on top of the vegetables on the baking sheet.
4. Step 4: Roast for 15-18 minutes until salmon is opaque and carrots are tender when pierced with a fork.
5. Step 5: Let rest 5 minutes before serving directly from the baking sheet.