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Crispy Sheet Pan Salmon with Asparagus and Lemon Butter

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A quick and easy sheet pan recipe featuring crispy skin salmon fillets roasted with fresh asparagus and drizzled with a bright lemon butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets, about 6 ounces (170 grams) each
  • 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound or 450 grams), tough ends trimmed
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (about 56 grams), room temperature
  • 2 fresh lemons, zest and juice separated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: fresh dill or parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Trim the tough ends of the asparagus and toss the spears in 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Spread them out evenly on one side of a rimmed baking sheet.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil on the salmon skin side, then place the fillets skin-side down on the other side of the baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching.
  5. Melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, then stir in the minced garlic, lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Set aside.
  6. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes until the salmon skin is crisp and the flesh flakes easily with a fork, and the asparagus is tender but still slightly crisp.
  7. Remove the pan from the oven and immediately drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the salmon and asparagus while hot.
  8. Garnish with fresh herbs if using, and serve straight from the pan.

Notes

Pat salmon skin very dry before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Use a hot oven and do not move the salmon while roasting to prevent sticking. The lemon butter sauce is best drizzled immediately after roasting. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil or vegan spread. Leftovers store well for up to 2 days and reheat best in a skillet over medium-low heat to maintain texture.

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Keywords: salmon, sheet pan recipe, asparagus, lemon butter, quick dinner, healthy, easy recipe, weeknight meal

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