One-Pan Salmon Asparagus Recipe (VIDEO)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6 as a main course
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
One-Pan Salmon Asparagus Recipe (VIDEO)
Description
Salmon filets are placed in a row down the center of a parchment-lined pan, surrounded by trimmed asparagus spears lightly coated with olive oil and seasoned with salt and pepper. A soft butter mixture whisked with fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper is spooned generously over the salmon and dabbed onto the asparagus. Each salmon piece is topped with a lemon slice for added citrus aroma.
Baked uncovered at 450°F for 10 to 12 minutes, the salmon cooks through while retaining moisture, and the asparagus becomes tender yet firm. The herb butter melts and bakes into a flavorful coating that complements both salmon and vegetable, uniting them in one easy dish with minimal cleanup.
This meal can be served simply as a healthy main course. The soft, citrusy, buttery flavors pair nicely with rice or potatoes. Preparing the flavored butter in advance or softening the butter quickly using the warm water method helps streamline the cooking process.
Ingredients
For the Salmon and Asparagus:
- 2 lbs salmon filet cut into six 6 oz portions
- 2 lbs asparagus 2 bunches, fibrous ends removed
- salt
- black pepper
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon sliced into rings for garnish, small
For the Lemon-Garlic-Herb Butter:
- 6 Tbsp unsalted butter 85 grams, softened (*see quick softening note
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice from 1 small lemon, fresh
- 2 garlic pressed or minced, cloves
- 2 Tbsp parsley finely chopped, fresh
- 1 tsp salt we used sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Prep:
- Preheat oven to 450˚F with oven rack in top third. Line large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, trimming the paper to just fit so it doesn't go over edges of pan (this prevents the paper from charring under broiler).
How to Make One-Pan Salmon Asparagus:
- Place salmon filets in a row down the center of your lined baking pan. Arrange trimmed asparagus on the sides of the salmon. Drizzle asparagus lightly with olive oil and roll to coat. Sprinkle both asparagus and salmon with salt and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, use a fork to mash together all ingredients for flavored butter. It takes a couple of minutes to come together but keep mashing and it will happen. You can also use a food processor for the job if you prefer.
- Spoon 3/4 of your flavored butter over the salmon and spread evenly (no need for perfection). Dab remaining butter mix over the asparagus. Top each salmon filet with a slice of lemon and bake uncovered at 450˚F for 10-12 minutes (a thinner fillet will take 10 minutes and larger fillet takes 12 minutes). Set the oven to BROIL and bake another 2-3 minutes to give the salmon a golden glow. Bake until salmon is flaky and cooked through.
Notes
- Soften butter quickly by placing a wrapped stick in a sealed plastic bag submerged in warm (100°F) water for 10-15 minutes.
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Overall Rating
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