Description
This Garlic Butter Baked Salmon with Asparagus is a flavorful and healthy dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes, combining tender salmon fillets with roasted asparagus in a delicious garlic butter sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Lemon slices and fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the salmon fillets and asparagus on the baking sheet. Drizzle the asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Optional: Broil for 2-3 minutes for a crispier finish.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice, quinoa, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
- For extra flavor, marinate the salmon in the garlic butter mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
- Swap asparagus for green beans or broccoli, depending on preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with asparagus
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg