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The Best Oven Baked Salmon with Lemon Garlic and Asparagus

The Best Oven Baked Salmon with Lemon Garlic and Asparagus

Enjoy this simple yet elegant Oven Baked Salmon with Lemon Garlic and Asparagus recipe, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 364

Ingredients
  

Salmon & Vegetables
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets 180g/6 oz each
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 bunches asparagus
  • 200 g cherry tomatoes 7 oz
  • 2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • olive oil spray
  • Parmesan finely grated
  • lemon wedges optional
  • parsley finely chopped, optional
  • crusty bread for serving

Equipment

  • Baking Tray
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine lemon zest, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, dijon mustard, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
  3. Place the salmon fillets on a baking tray and brush them with the marinade.
  4. Arrange the asparagus and cherry tomatoes around the salmon on the baking tray.
  5. Drizzle the vegetables with extra virgin olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Spray with olive oil spray as needed.
  7. Bake in the oven for 11 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flaky.
  8. Serve with finely grated Parmesan, lemon wedges or slices, and chopped parsley, if desired.
  9. Accompany with crusty bread or toast.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 364kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 37gFat: 22g

Notes

Customize by swapping asparagus for green beans or adding fresh herbs like dill or basil for enhanced flavor.

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