Herb Roasted Salmon Asparagus (Printable)

Salmon fillets roasted with fresh herbs and asparagus, creating a bright and flavorful main dish.

# What You Need:

→ Fish & Seafood

01 - 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on or skinless

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
03 - 1 lemon, sliced into thin rounds
04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Fresh Herbs & Aromatics

05 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings

09 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
10 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - Zest of 1 lemon

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange asparagus in a single layer on one side of the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
03 - Position salmon fillets skin-side down on the other side of the baking sheet. Drizzle with remaining olive oil.
04 - In a small bowl, combine dill, parsley, chives, garlic, lemon zest, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
05 - Press the herb mixture evenly onto the top of each salmon fillet. Top each fillet with a lemon slice.
06 - Roast for 15-20 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender.
07 - Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh herbs and additional lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The whole meal roasts on one pan, which means minimal cleanup on nights when you're already tired.
  • Fresh herbs make it taste like a restaurant dish, but it's easier than most weeknight dinners.
  • It impresses guests without requiring any special skills or weird ingredients.
02 -
  • Don't open the oven door to peek, because the temperature drop will extend your cooking time and dry things out.
  • The salmon continues cooking slightly after it comes out, so pull it when it looks almost done, not completely opaque.
  • If your asparagus spears are very thick, arrange them in the same direction so they roast evenly.
03 -
  • If you're cooking for guests, prep your herb mixture and asparagus trim earlier in the day, then everything moves quickly once the oven is hot.
  • Pat your salmon dry with a paper towel before seasoning, because moisture is the enemy of that gentle crust.
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