baked salmon
This easy baked sockeye salmon recipe delivers tender, flaky salmon with perfectly roasted asparagus—all cooked in one pan for a simple, healthy dinner.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 fillets sockeye salmon fillets 5 to 6 ounces each, skin-on, patted dry
- 2 tbsp olive oil divided
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
- 1 tsp fresh chopped thyme leaves
- 0.33 cup lemon juice
- 1 lb asparagus woody ends trimmed off
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 4 slices lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Brush a rimmed baking sheet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side-down on the baking sheet and brush each fillet with the remaining olive oil. Rub the salmon fillets with garlic, parsley, and thyme. Pour the lemon juice over the fillets.
- Arrange the asparagus around the fillets in a single layer. Toss to coat with the olive oil. Season the salmon and asparagus with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the salmon registers 140°F to 145°F. Remove from oven and let stand for a few minutes.
- Garnish with lemon slices and serve with the roasted asparagus.
Notes
This one-pan baked sockeye salmon is a perfect quick and healthy dinner, bursting with fresh herbs and lemon flavors. Adjust herbs to your preference and enjoy!