Easy Lemon Herb Baked Salmon Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 (6 oz each)Salmon fillets
• 1, slicedLemon
• 2 tbsp, choppedFresh dill
• 2 tbsp, choppedFresh parsley
• 2 cloves, mincedGarlic
• 2 tbspOlive oil
• 1/2 tspSalt
• 1/4 tspBlack pepper
• 1 lbAsparagus spears

Nutrition

Per serving, estimated

Calories

480 kcal

Protein

42 g

Carbs

5 g

Fat

30 g

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, chopped dill, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.

4. 4

   Drizzle the herb mixture evenly over the salmon fillets. Place lemon slices on top of each fillet.

5. 5

   Arrange asparagus spears around the salmon on the baking sheet.

6. 6

   Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

7. 7

   Serve immediately with a squeeze of fresh lemon if desired.