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Dinner: Baked Salmon with Asparagus

Prep Time:

10 minutes

Cook Time:

20 minutes

Serves:

4 Servings

Level:

Beginner

About the Recipe

This simple yet elegant dinner is full of omega-3 fatty acids and essential nutrients. It's perfect for a healthy, balanced meal.

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)

  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 lemon, sliced


Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Preparation

Steps


  1. Preheat the Oven:

    • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Prepare the Salmon and Asparagus:

    • Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

    • Arrange the asparagus around the salmon.

    • Drizzle olive oil over the salmon and asparagus.

    • Season with salt and pepper.

    • Place lemon slices on top of the salmon.

  3. Bake:

    • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the asparagus is tender.

  4. Make the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce:

    • In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and parsley.

  5. Serve:

    • Drizzle the lemon garlic butter sauce over the salmon and asparagus.

    • Serve immediately.

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