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Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus
This sheet pan salmon and asparagus is one of the best easy healthy dinner ideas, with flaky salmon and tender asparagus roasting together in about 20 minutes for a light, nutritious meal.
What you'll need
- 4 (about 6 oz each)salmon fillets
- 1 bunchasparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoonsolive oil
- 2 clovesgarlic, minced
- 1lemon, sliced
- 1/2 teaspoondried dill
- to tastesalt and black pepper
Let's cook
- 1Preheat the oven to 400F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- 2Arrange the asparagus on one side of the pan and toss with half the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 3Place the salmon fillets on the other side of the pan, brush with the remaining olive oil, and sprinkle with garlic, dill, salt, and pepper.
- 4Top the salmon with lemon slices.
- 5Roast for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the asparagus is tender.
- 6Serve immediately.
Make it yours
- Add cherry tomatoes to the pan for extra color.
- Use a honey mustard glaze instead of lemon and dill.
- Swap asparagus for green beans or broccoli.
Good with
- A side of quinoa or rice
- A simple green salad
- Extra lemon wedges
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
How do I know when salmon is done?
It should flake easily with a fork and reach an internal temperature of 145F.
Can I use frozen salmon?
Yes, just thaw completely and pat dry before seasoning.
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