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Crispy Sheet Pan Salmon Recipe with Asparagus and Lemon

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A quick and easy sheet pan meal featuring crispy salmon skin, tender asparagus, and bright lemon flavors, perfect for effortless weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz / 170 g each), skin on, preferably wild-caught
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 lb (450 g) fresh asparagus, trimmed and tough ends snapped off
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • Fresh parsley or dill, chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Rinse and dry the asparagus thoroughly, then snap off the woody ends. Toss them in 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Spread evenly on one half of a rimmed sheet pan.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Rub each fillet with 2 tbsp olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Optionally, score the skin gently with a sharp knife to prevent curling.
  4. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the other half of the sheet pan, spaced out to allow air circulation.
  5. Roast everything in the oven for 12-15 minutes until asparagus is tender with slight char and salmon flakes easily but remains moist. Check at 10 minutes if asparagus is very thin.
  6. Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes if the salmon skin isn’t crispy enough, watching carefully.
  7. Remove from oven and immediately squeeze lemon juice over the salmon and asparagus. Sprinkle lemon zest and fresh herbs on top.
  8. Serve hot, straight from the pan or plated with a simple side.

Notes

Dry the salmon skin thoroughly before cooking to ensure crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Add lemon juice after roasting to keep brightness fresh. Optional broiling can enhance skin crispiness. For leftovers, reheat gently in a skillet to restore crispness.

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Keywords: salmon, sheet pan, asparagus, lemon, crispy skin, easy dinner, healthy, quick meal, weeknight dinner, gluten-free

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