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Easy Lemon Garlic Salmon and Asparagus Sheet Pan Dinner

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A quick and easy sheet pan dinner featuring tender, flaky salmon and perfectly roasted asparagus, all kissed with bright lemon and savory garlic. Ready in about 25 minutes with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus (about 1 lb)
  • 2 large lemons (1 juiced, 1 sliced)
  • 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional garnishes: fresh dill, parsley, or chives

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  2. Rinse the asparagus and pat dry. Snap off the woody ends. Place the asparagus on one side of the sheet pan.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them on the other side of the sheet pan, skin-side down if they have skin.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Drizzle about half of the lemon garlic mixture over the asparagus and toss to coat. Spread into a single layer.
  6. Roast the asparagus for 5 minutes.
  7. Remove the pan from the oven. Drizzle the remaining lemon garlic mixture over the salmon fillets. Arrange lemon slices around the salmon and asparagus.
  8. Return to the oven and roast for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and the asparagus is tender with charred edges.
  9. Let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Pat the salmon dry for a better crust. Give the asparagus a 5-minute head start to ensure it’s perfectly tender. Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor. Let the salmon rest for 2-3 minutes before serving. For thin asparagus, reduce initial roasting time to 3-4 minutes.

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