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Easy Crispy Lemon Herb Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner with Asparagus

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A quick and easy sheet pan dinner featuring crispy skin salmon with lemon and fresh herbs, roasted alongside tender asparagus. Ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Pat skin-on salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove moisture. Set aside.
  3. Trim the tough woody ends off the asparagus (about 1-2 inches). Place asparagus in a mixing bowl.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped thyme, parsley, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  5. Drizzle half of the lemon herb dressing over the asparagus and toss to coat evenly. Spread asparagus in a single layer on one side of the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Brush the remaining lemon herb dressing generously over the salmon fillets, especially the skin side. Place salmon skin-side down on the other side of the baking sheet, leaving space between pieces.
  7. Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and asparagus is tender but still crisp. For extra crisp skin, broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully.
  8. Check salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Asparagus should be bright green with slightly caramelized tips.
  9. Serve immediately, spooning any pan juices over the salmon and asparagus.

Notes

Pat salmon skin completely dry before seasoning for the crispiest finish. Do not overcrowd the pan to allow air circulation for crispiness. Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for extra crisp skin. If salmon fillets are thick, increase roasting time by a couple of minutes. Leftovers keep refrigerated up to 2 days; reheat gently in a skillet to regain crispness. Asparagus can be swapped with green beans or broccolini. Use fresh herbs for best flavor.

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