Lemony Herb Baked Salmon with Roasted Veggies
This easy recipe features flaky baked salmon infused with bright lemon and fresh herbs, alongside perfectly roasted asparagus and cherry tomatoes for a complete and healthy meal.
Equipment
- Oven
- Large baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Small bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets skin-on or skinless
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon half thinly sliced, half juiced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 lb asparagus trimmed
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dill, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange salmon fillets on one side of the baking sheet and place asparagus and cherry tomatoes on the other side.
Cooking
- Brush the salmon generously with the herb-lemon mixture and toss the vegetables with any remaining mixture, then arrange lemon slices over the salmon.
- Bake for 12-18 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily, and the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Serving
- Remove from oven, let the salmon rest for 2-3 minutes, then serve immediately with the roasted vegetables.
Notes
Cooking time for salmon can vary based on thickness; adjust as needed to ensure it's cooked through but not overdone. For extra zest, you can add some lemon zest to the herb mixture along with the juice.