Sheet Pan Lemon Salmon

Ready in less than 30 minutes, add Sheet Pan Lemon Salmon to the weeknight dinner menu! With zesty lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs, this sheet pan dinner recipe is bursting with fresh flavor.

Ingredients

• 2 (6-ounce) center cut salmon filets
• ¾ pound asparagus ends trimmed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter ¼ stick, melted
• 1 lemon juiced
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1 teaspoon freshly minced thyme
• Kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 4 slices fresh lemon for garnish
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
• Cooked rice for serving

Recommended Equipment

• Baking Sheet

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with nonstick spray. Set aside.
• Place the salmon on one half of the baking sheet and the asparagus on the other.2 (6-ounce) center cut salmon filets,¾ pound asparagus
• In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil, melted butter, lemon juice, minced garlic, and minced thyme together.2 tablespoons olive oil,2 tablespoons unsalted butter,1 lemon,2 garlic cloves,1 teaspoon freshly minced thyme
• Brush the salmon and asparagus with the butter mixture and lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper. Kosher salt and ground black pepper
• Roast for 10 minutes, flip the asparagus, and roast for an additional 5 minutes.
• Broil the salmon for 2-3 minutes, until the top is golden brown and crisp.
• Serve with rice, drizzle with any additional sauce, and garnish with lemon slices and parsley.