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sheet pan salmon and asparagus

Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus: 5 Easy Steps to Delicious


  • Author: Juanita A. Smith
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A simple and healthy dish featuring salmon and asparagus roasted together on a single sheet pan.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
  • 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  3. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  4. Place salmon fillets and asparagus on the sheet pan.
  5. Drizzle the olive oil mixture over the salmon and asparagus.
  6. Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and asparagus is tender.
  7. Serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the salmon fillets.
  • For extra flavor, add herbs like dill or parsley.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet and 1/4 pound asparagus
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: sheet pan salmon and asparagus