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Herb-Crusted Baked Salmon with Lemon Asparagus

Name: Herb-Crusted Baked Salmon with Lemon Asparagus
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 piece salmon fillets (6oz each); 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed; 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 clove garlic, minced; 1 piece lemon (zested and juiced); 2 tbsp whole wheat breadcrumbs; 1 tbsp capers

Flaky salmon fillets topped with a fragrant herb crust, baked alongside tender asparagus spears, and finished with a bright lemon drizzle for a complete, omega-3 rich meal. This dish combines the freshness of herbs with the richness of salmon for a healthy and delicious dinner option.

Total Time (min)

Servings

Easy

Difficulty

N/A

Rating

25min

4 servings

Easy

N/A

Dinner

Seafood

Fish

Gluten-Free

Dairy-Free

Keto

Paleo

low-carb

high-protein

heart-healthy

Anti-Inflammatory

Mediterranean

Instructions

Step 1Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2In a bowl, mix together parsley, dill, 1 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, and breadcrumbs to form the herb crust.

Step 3Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then press the herb mixture evenly on top of each fillet.

Step 4In a separate bowl, toss the trimmed asparagus with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

Step 5Arrange the salmon fillets and asparagus spears on a baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded.

Step 6Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

15 minutes

Step 7Finish by drizzling the baked salmon and asparagus with fresh lemon juice and sprinkling capers over the top before serving.

💡 Cooking Tips

Read through all instructions before starting. Prepare all ingredients (mise en place) for smoother cooking. Adjust cooking times based on your equipment and preferences.