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Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus

Name: Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 340 g salmon fillet skin on or off; 250 g asparagus woody ends trimmed; 2 tbsp olive oil; 0.5 pcs lemon half, thinly sliced; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 0.5 tsp paprika; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground; 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (optional)

This simple sheet pan recipe features flaky salmon and tender-crisp asparagus, all roasted together for an easy and healthy weeknight meal. Minimal cleanup makes this a convenient option for busy evenings. The flavors are bright and satisfying.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 25 min
Serves: 2
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 520 kcal

Gluten-free

Allergen information: may contain fish. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

340 gsalmon fillet, skin on or off
250 gasparagus, woody ends trimmed
2 tbspolive oil
0.5 pcslemon, half, thinly sliced
0.5 tspgarlic powder
0.5 tsppaprika
0.5 tspsalt
0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground

garnish

1 tbspfresh parsley, chopped(optional)

Equipment

baking sheet · parchment paper

The method

Step by step

1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
About 5 min
2
Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Drying the salmon helps the skin get crispy if you leave it on.
3
Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on one side of the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the asparagus is spread out evenly so it roasts instead of steams.
4
Place the seasoned salmon fillet on the other side of the baking sheet. Arrange the lemon slices over the salmon.
About 1 min
5
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the asparagus is tender-crisp.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: Cooking times can vary based on the thickness of your salmon. Start checking at 12 minutes.
6
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Garnish with fresh parsley, if using.
7
Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy meal.

Per serving

Nutrition

76%Score

Calories: 520.3kcal
Protein: 37.7g
Carbs: 10.8g
Fat: 36g
Fibre: 4.3g
Sugar: 3.6g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store any leftover salmon and asparagus in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat gently in the microwave or oven until warmed through to prevent drying out the salmon.