This Baked Salmon with Asparagus is a healthy and flavorful oven recipe made with tender salmon fillets, fresh asparagus, garlic, and lemon. This simple meal is rich in protein and perfect for healthy dinners, clean eating, and quick weeknight meals.
Prepared on one tray, this recipe is easy to make, nutritious, and ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- salt and black pepper to taste
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat oven
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with foil or parchment paper.
2. Prepare the ingredients
Arrange salmon fillets and asparagus on the baking tray in a single layer.
3. Season
Drizzle olive oil over salmon and asparagus. Sprinkle minced garlic, salt, and black pepper evenly.
Place lemon slices over the salmon fillets.
4. Bake
Bake for 15–20 minutes until the salmon is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
5. Garnish and serve
Sprinkle fresh parsley on top before serving.
Serve warm.
Nutrition Information (approx.)
Calories: 350 kcal
Protein: 40g
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
High protein
Low carb
Healthy meal
