One-Pan Baked Salmon & Asparagus is an easy and healthy 30-minute meal with amazing flavor – perfect for an easy summer dinner idea!
This simple lunch or dinner recipe packs a ton of flavor and health benefits as well. To say that this is my favorite oven-baked salmon recipe is true!
And since this is the best-baked salmon recipe out there, you’re going to want to whip up some tasty side dishes as well. This Summer Cobb Salad Recipe goes along perfectly with it, too! Don’t forget to finish off the meal with this Oreo Fluff Dessert!
One-Pan Baked Salmon and Asparagus
I’ve always been a big fan of salmon but I always struggled with how long to bake salmon in the oven. I felt like I was constantly second-guessing myself and wondering if I’d done it right.
This is why I’m super stoked about this simple salmon recipe. It’s light on the tummy but heavy in flavor and taste!
And just because we’re talking all things salmon, make certain to give this Cream Cheese & Smoked Salmon Toast a try, too. It’s a great breakfast to give you tons of energy during the day!
The other thing I want to point out about this salmon recipe is that a little bit of seasoning really does go a long way. Plus adding in the fresh asparagus makes it such a healthy dinner!
If you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner that will hit all the cravings and flavors, you really can’t go wrong with this simple oven baked salmon recipe.
I’ve used this as a go-to backup recipe for quite some time and it’s never failed me yet!
How to Make One-Pan Baked Salmon and Asparagus
Ingredients:
- Large salmon fillet – You can use fresh or frozen for this!
- Asparagus spears – So great if you have some homegrown in your garden!
- Salt and pepper to taste – staples that all recipes need!
- Butter – Salted butter would be great for this recipe!
- Lemon – Because we all know that lemon and salmon were meant to be!
- Minced garlic – You can never have too much garlic!
- Optional: fresh herbs for topping
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper and lightly grease with cooking spray.
- Arrange salmon in the center of the pan and arrange asparagus around the sides of the pan. Arrange lemon slices under the edges of the salmon. Season salmon and asparagus with salt and pepper.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Once melted stir in garlic and pour the mixture over salmon and asparagus.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then change oven to broil and cook another 5-7 minutes. Top with fresh herbs if desired and serve.
- For a medium to medium-well cook on your salmon, remove the salmon from the oven when it reaches 125-130 degrees F and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Tips for Making Baked Salmon
What temp should salmon be cooked?
To ensure that your salmon is cooked all the way, you’re going to want to make certain that it has an internal temperature of 145 degrees. Make certain that when you’re checking the temp, you’re testing it in the thickest part of the fillet for an accurate reading.
How do you not overcook salmon?
If you’re worried that your salmon is going to dry out, make certain to pull it out of the oven as indicated in step 5 in the recipe directions and give it time to rest.
You can also add some extra lemon juice on top for some extra liquid and flavor.
Enjoy this super simple baked salmon recipe!
One-Pan Baked Salmon and Asparagus
Ingredients
- 1 large salmon fillet ( 4-6 single portion fillets)
- 1 pound asparagus spears, ends trimmed
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup butter
- juice of 1 medium lemon, plus additional lemon slices for garnish (optional)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- optional: fresh herbs for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper and lightly grease with cooking spray.
- Arrange salmon in the center of the pan and arrange asparagus around the sides of the pan. Arrange lemon slices under the edges of the salmon. Season salmon and asparagus with salt and pepper.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Once melted stir in garlic and pour the mixture over salmon and asparagus.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then change oven to broil and cook another 5-7 minutes. Top with fresh herbs if desired and serve.
- For a medium to medium-well cook on your salmon, remove the salmon from the oven when it reaches 125-130 degrees F and let it rest for 5 minutes.
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