Sheet Pan Salmon & Asparagus

A super simple, healthy dinner that requires only one pan. Flaky baked salmon and crisp-tender asparagus coated in lemon and olive oil.

Prep time: 10 mins · Cook time: 15 mins · Serves 4

Ingredients

• 4 (6 oz each) Salmon fillets
• 1 bunch Fresh asparagus, tough ends trimmed
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 Lemon, sliced into rounds
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Arrange the trimmed asparagus on one side of the baking sheet. Place the salmon fillets on the other side.
3. Drizzle the olive oil evenly over both the salmon and the asparagus.
4. Season everything generously with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
5. Place the lemon rounds over the salmon fillets and the asparagus spears.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is completely pink, opaque, and flakes easily with a fork.
7. Serve warm, squeezing a little extra fresh lemon juice over the fish.