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Easy Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Salmon Recipe with Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes for Perfect Healthy Dinners

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A quick and healthy sheet pan meal featuring lemon herb marinated salmon roasted with asparagus and cherry tomatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets, 6 ounces each, skin-on
  • 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound), trimmed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed 12×17 inch sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest and juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dill, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to make the lemon herb marinade.
  3. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the lined sheet pan. Spoon half of the marinade evenly over the salmon and let sit while preparing vegetables.
  4. Trim woody ends off asparagus and halve cherry tomatoes. Toss them in a mixing bowl with the remaining marinade to coat.
  5. Arrange the asparagus and tomatoes in a single layer around the salmon on the sheet pan. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  6. Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender but still crisp.
  7. Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end to crisp salmon skin and caramelize veggies, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  8. Serve immediately with a wedge of fresh lemon and spoon pan juices over the top.

Notes

If asparagus cooks faster than salmon, add it to the pan a few minutes later or use thinner stalks. Let salmon rest a couple minutes after baking to keep it juicy. For extra flavor, add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup to the marinade. Thicker salmon fillets may require a few extra minutes of cooking. Use fresh garlic for best flavor; garlic powder can be substituted in a pinch.

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Keywords: salmon, sheet pan dinner, lemon herb salmon, asparagus, cherry tomatoes, healthy dinner, quick recipe, gluten-free, paleo

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