Description
This Healthy Lemon Garlic Salmon and Asparagus Dinner is a fresh, light, and flavorful meal that comes together in one pan. Tender salmon is baked with crisp asparagus, garlic, and bright lemon for a simple dinner that feels special yet stays wholesome. Perfect for busy weeknights or clean eating meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (skin on or off)
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large lemon (juice and slices)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the Asparagus: Arrange asparagus on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat evenly.
- Season the Salmon: Place salmon fillets next to the asparagus. Drizzle with olive oil or butter, then season with salt, pepper, paprika, and minced garlic.
- Add Lemon: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon and asparagus. Place lemon slices on top of the salmon for extra flavor.
- Bake: Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender.
- Finish and Serve: Spoon pan juices over the salmon, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the salmon to keep it moist and tender. Thicker fillets may need a few extra minutes. For extra flavor, add a light drizzle of olive oil or a fresh squeeze of lemon just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with asparagus
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg