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Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus

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A quick and easy 20-minute dinner perfect for weeknights, featuring tender salmon and crisp-tender asparagus cooked on a single sheet pan.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb salmon fillet
  • 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lemon, half sliced, half for juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Optional: 1 lb baby potatoes, quartered

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. If using potatoes, toss them with 1/2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on one side of a baking sheet. Roast for 15 minutes.
  3. While potatoes roast, pat the salmon dry and place it on the other side of the baking sheet. Toss asparagus with the remaining 1/2 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Arrange asparagus around the salmon. Top salmon with lemon slices.
  4. Return the sheet pan to the oven. Roast for another 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 125°F (52°C) and the asparagus is tender-crisp.
  5. Remove from oven. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon and asparagus before serving.

Notes

  • For a lemon-caper finish, add 1 tablespoon of capers to the asparagus before roasting.
  • Ensure your salmon is cooked to your desired doneness. 125°F is for medium-rare, a popular choice for tender salmon.
  • This recipe is a great alternative to meal planning services for a healthy, quick dinner.

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