One-Pan Lemon Herb Salmon & Asparagus

Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is elegant enough for a special occasion but simple enough for any busy evening. The salmon comes out perfectly flaky and the asparagus is tender-crisp, all baked on one pan. It’s a lifesaver!

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One-Pan Lemon Herb Salmon & Asparagus

Yields: 2 servings Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15-20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170g each)
• 1 bunch of fresh asparagus, tough ends trimmed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, half sliced, half juiced
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to $200^{\circ}$C ($400^{\circ}$F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for the easiest cleanup.
2. Prep Asparagus: Place the trimmed asparagus on the baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper, and toss to coat. Arrange them in a single layer on one side of the pan.
3. Prep Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Place them on the other side of the baking sheet. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the top.
4. Add Flavour: In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, chopped dill (or parsley), and the juice from half a lemon. Spoon this mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
5. Bake: Top each fillet with a few slices of lemon. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork and the asparagus is tender.
6. Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with a little extra fresh dill if desired.

Pro-Tip: This dish pairs beautifully with quinoa or a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious pan juices!

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