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Healthy 4-Ingredient Sheet Pan Salmon with Asparagus

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A quick, easy, and healthy sheet pan recipe featuring flaky salmon and perfectly roasted asparagus with minimal ingredients and fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 ounces (115–170 grams) salmon fillets, skin-on, fresh or thawed
  • 1 bunch (12–15 spears) asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium lemon, juiced (about 1 tablespoon or 15 ml)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to heat for 10 minutes.
  2. Rinse and trim woody ends off asparagus (about 1 to 2 inches). Lay asparagus evenly on a lined sheet pan.
  3. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over asparagus and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
  4. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place skin-side down on one side of the sheet pan.
  5. Drizzle remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over salmon, squeeze fresh lemon juice on top, and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Roast in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and asparagus is tender but still crisp.
  7. Check doneness and roast an additional 2 to 3 minutes if needed, avoiding overcooking.
  8. Remove from oven and let salmon rest for 1-2 minutes. Optionally, add more lemon juice or chopped fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

Let salmon sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before cooking for even roasting. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure crispiness and even cooking. Use skin-on salmon to lock in moisture and create crispy texture. Preheat oven fully to avoid longer cooking times and dryness. If asparagus spears are thick, slice lengthwise for quicker roasting. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheat gently in the oven at 300°F for about 10 minutes. Avoid microwaving to prevent drying out the fish.

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