Description
Low-Calorie Sheet Pan Salmon with Asparagus is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transforms your weeknight meals into a culinary celebration. This easy, one-pan recipe features flaky salmon paired with perfectly roasted asparagus, all brightened by zesty lemon and aromatic herbs. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a restaurant-quality dinner that’s both delicious and healthy. Perfect for busy nights or special gatherings, this dish promises to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 bunch asparagus (approximately 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme or dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Arrange the salmon fillets on one side of the sheet pan and the asparagus on the other side.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over both the salmon and asparagus.
- Season generously with garlic powder, thyme or dill, salt, and pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra lemon wedges if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg