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baked salmon on top of roasted asparagus in a red bowl
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Sheet Pan Salmon for One

This one-pan meal features roasted salmon and asparagus, seasoned with a flavorful butter mixture and baked on a sheet pan. Ready in 20 minutes, it’s an easy and delicious dinner!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Seafood
Diet: Low Carb, Low Calorie
Keyword: baked salmon, roasted salmon, salmon, sheet pan meal, sheet pan salmon, sheet pan salmon and asparagus
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon salted butter -softened
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil -divided
  • ¼ teaspoon dried basil
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • 7-8 thin asparagus spears
  • 1 (4 to 5-ounce) salmon fillet
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
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Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven: Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Make the Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, ½ teaspoon of olive oil, basil, salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Set aside.
  • Prepare the Asparagus: Rinse the asparagus under cold water and pat them dry. Trim the tough ends by either lining up the stalks on a cutting board and cutting off the pale, woody ends with a knife or using the snap method, where you bend each stalk until it naturally breaks at the tender point.
  • Arrange on the Baking Sheet: Place the asparagus on one side of a baking sheet, drizzle with ½ teaspoon of olive oil, and spread them out in a single layer.
    Lightly coat the other side of the baking sheet with olive oil and place the salmon skin-side down. Spoon the butter mixture over the top of the salmon.
  • Bake: Cook for 12-15 minutes, until the asparagus is tender and the salmon flakes easily with a fork. If the asparagus needs more time, transfer the salmon to a plate, cover it, and return the asparagus to the oven for a few extra minutes.
  • Finish and Serve: Drizzle 1 tablespoon of lemon juice over the salmon and asparagus before serving.

Notes

  • Read the Recipe First: Review the full recipe and Ingredient Notes before starting for the best results.
  • Adjust the Seasoning: Add your favorite herbs and spices to customize the flavor.
  • Space Out the Vegetables: Spread the asparagus evenly on the pan to ensure proper roasting instead of steaming.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 395kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 672mg | Potassium: 38mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 404IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg

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