Description

A simple and elegant oven-baked salmon dish made with buttery lemon sauce and roasted asparagus. This quick, one-pan meal is fresh, flavorful, and perfect for a wholesome dinner ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

1 pound salmon, cut into 2 filets

1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided

1/2 teaspoon chili powder or paprika

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

3 tablespoons lemon juice

1 lemon, zested

1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped

Lemon slices, for topping

Cooking spray

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
Place the salmon filets on one side of the pan and arrange the trimmed asparagus on the other side. Pat the salmon dry with a paper towel.
Melt 4 tablespoons of butter and drizzle evenly over the salmon and asparagus.
Sprinkle chili powder (or paprika), salt, and black pepper over everything.
Drizzle lemon juice over the salmon and asparagus, then sprinkle with lemon zest. Let sit for about 5 minutes to absorb flavor.
Divide the remaining butter into small pats and place them on top of the salmon filets. Add lemon slices and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Bake for about 10–11 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with remaining parsley and serve warm.

Notes

For a milder flavor, use paprika instead of chili powder.

Add minced garlic to the melted butter for extra depth.

Broil for the last 1–2 minutes for a slightly crispier top.

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat gently at 300°F to prevent drying out.

Substitute butter with olive oil for a dairy-free option.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Spanish

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 316
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 95mg