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A vibrant dish featuring healthy salmon, perfect for summer meals

Lemon Herb Baked Salmon with Asparagus

A simple, healthy, and refreshing baked salmon dish, perfect for summer dining, featuring flaky salmon with tender asparagus and a bright lemon-herb flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 Salmon fillets (approx. 6 oz each)
  • 1 bunch Asparagus (trimmed)
  • 1 Lemon (thinly sliced)
Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Fresh dill (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped dill, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Cooking
  1. Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and arrange the trimmed asparagus around them.
  2. Drizzle half of the herb mixture over the salmon fillets and the remaining half over the asparagus, ensuring everything is well coated.
  3. Top each salmon fillet with a few lemon slices.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the asparagus is tender-crisp.
Serving
  1. Carefully transfer the baked salmon and asparagus to plates, discarding the used lemon slices.
  2. Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy summer meal.

Notes

For best results, use fresh, high-quality salmon and seasonal asparagus. Feel free to adjust the amount of herbs and garlic to suit your taste. This dish pairs wonderfully with a side of quinoa or a light salad.