Description
A delightful combination of tender, flaky salmon infused with zesty lemon and aromatic garlic, served with crisp roasted asparagus.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1 bunch of asparagus (about 1 pound), trimmed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
- Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for 15-20 minutes.
- On a large baking sheet, arrange the trimmed asparagus in a single layer, drizzle with the remaining olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper.
- Roast the asparagus in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, remove the baking sheet, push the asparagus to one side, and place the marinated salmon fillets on the other side, skin-side down.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for an additional 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- To reheat, place in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.
- For freezing, wrap the salmon tightly in foil and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with asparagus
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Lemon Garlic Salmon, Roasted Asparagus, Healthy Dinner, Easy Recipe