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Garlic Butter Roasted Salmon with Asparagus

A delightful dish combining succulent salmon and tender asparagus, enhanced by a creamy garlic herb butter, perfect for any dinner table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the garlic herb butter
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter At room temperature
  • 1 tsp Oregano Dried oregano
  • 5-6 sprigs Thyme Fresh thyme
  • 1 tbsp Parsley Fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp Garlic 4-5 cloves, minced
  • 1 Lemon Juice of For 1 tsp juice and cut into wedges for serving
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Essential seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Essential seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp Chili Flakes A touch of heat
Main ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs Salmon 3-4 skinless salmon fillets
  • 1 lbs Asparagus Tender asparagus spears
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For flavor and even cooking

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. In a small bowl, combine unsalted butter, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, parsley, chili flakes, 1 tsp lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until creamy. Set aside.
  3. Trim the tough ends off the asparagus, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Massage to coat evenly.
  4. Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper. Spread the garlic herb butter on both sides of the salmon.
Cooking
  1. Arrange the asparagus on the baking sheet and place the salmon fillets between them.
  2. Roast in the oven for about 8 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serving
  1. Divide the roasted salmon and asparagus onto plates, garnishing with lemon wedges.

Notes

Timing is key: ensure the oven is fully preheated. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Experiment with spices like paprika for added taste.