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Salmon and Asparagus

A simple one-pan dish featuring flaky salmon and crisp asparagus with a zesty lemon garlic sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 salmon fillets about 6 ounces each
  • 1 bunch asparagus trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large oven-safe skillet
  • Spatula or tongs
  • Measuring spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Trim the woody ends off the asparagus.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  4. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper and place them skin-side down in the skillet, searing for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the minced garlic and arrange the asparagus around the salmon, cooking for 1-2 minutes to infuse flavor.
  6. Drizzle the lemon juice over the salmon and asparagus.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily and the asparagus is tender-crisp.
  8. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with lemon zest and fresh parsley, let rest for 2 minutes, then serve.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F, and let the dish rest for a couple of minutes before serving.