Description
Baked Tasmanian Salmon with Asparagus is a delightful dish that combines tender, flaky salmon with crisp asparagus, all infused with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs. This easy-to-make recipe promises a flavorful experience perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a stunning meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Tasmanian salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 lb asparagus spears
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or fresh thyme, if available)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat salmon fillets dry and arrange on one side of the baking sheet.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Toss asparagus in half of the mixture and place on the other side of the baking sheet. Drizzle remaining mixture over salmon.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g) with 5 oz asparagus
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg