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Easy One-Pan Lemon Herb Salmon with Asparagus

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A quick and easy one-pan dinner featuring flaky salmon and tender-crisp asparagus infused with fresh lemon and herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin on or off
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed (about 1 pound)
  • 1 large lemon, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, dill), chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Rinse and trim the asparagus, snapping off the woody ends.
  3. In a mixing bowl, toss asparagus with 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, about ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, and half the chopped herbs until evenly coated.
  4. Arrange asparagus on one side of a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer.
  5. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and the remaining herbs.
  6. Lay thin lemon slices (6-8) over each salmon fillet.
  7. Place salmon on the other side of the baking sheet, skin side down if skin is on, ensuring fillets are not crowded.
  8. Optional: sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes over salmon and asparagus.
  9. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes, checking at 12 minutes for doneness. Salmon should flake easily and be opaque; asparagus should be tender but bright green.
  10. Remove from oven and let rest for 2 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  11. Serve immediately, spooning lemony pan juices over the salmon and asparagus.

Notes

If salmon fillets are thicker than 1 inch, add a couple of extra minutes to cooking time but watch asparagus to avoid overcooking. For best results, bring seasoned ingredients to room temperature before roasting. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Pat salmon dry before seasoning for crispy skin. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days; reheat gently in a low oven to preserve texture.

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