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Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon

Easy Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon with Asparagus Recipe

This Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion, featuring fresh asparagus and a buttery garlic lemon glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets salmon 6 oz each
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1 lb asparagus trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on one side of the baking sheet. Drizzle melted butter over them and season generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Sprinkle minced garlic on top of the salmon and squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything.
  5. On the other side of the baking sheet, add asparagus spears. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper; toss to coat.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork (internal temperature should reach 145°F) and asparagus is tender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 34gFat: 22g

Notes

Feel free to substitute asparagus with green beans or broccoli for a different flavor profile. Adding fresh herbs like dill or parsley can enhance the dish further.

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