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Easy Crispy Baked Lemon Herb Salmon with Asparagus

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A quick and easy baked salmon recipe featuring crispy skin, fresh lemon, herbs, and tender roasted asparagus. Perfect for a fuss-free, delicious dinner that feels like a restaurant meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets (6 oz / 170g each), preferably wild-caught
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (dill, parsley, or thyme), chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 lb / 450g), trimmed and tough ends snapped off
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Trim the asparagus by snapping off the tough ends near the base. Spread the spears evenly on one side of the baking sheet.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  4. Toss the asparagus with about half of the lemon herb oil, coating each spear evenly. Spread them out on the baking sheet.
  5. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them skin-side down on the other half of the baking sheet. Brush the remaining lemon herb oil generously over the top and sides of the salmon.
  6. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). The asparagus should be tender but still have a slight bite.
  7. Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for extra crispy skin, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  8. Serve immediately, spooning any pan juices over the salmon and asparagus.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before cooking to ensure crispy skin. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Use fresh herbs for best flavor. Broil briefly at the end for extra crispiness but watch carefully to prevent burning. Let salmon rest for a couple of minutes after baking to redistribute juices. Avoid microwaving leftovers to preserve crispy skin; reheat gently in oven instead.

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Keywords: salmon, baked salmon, lemon herb salmon, asparagus, healthy dinner, quick dinner, crispy salmon skin, gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo

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