Garlic Butter Roasted Salmon with Asparagus

Here’s a flavorful Garlic Butter Roasted Salmon with Asparagus recipe that’s quick, healthy, and dinner-party worthy.

Garlic Butter Roasted Salmon with Asparagus

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless, ~6 oz each)

• 1 lb (450 g) fresh asparagus, trimmed

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp paprika (optional, for color)

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• Lemon slices, for garnish

• Fresh parsley or dill, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Prep the Oven & Pan

   • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

   • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Prepare the Asparagus

   • Place asparagus on one side of the baking sheet.

   • Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt & pepper, and toss to coat.

3. Mix Garlic Butter Sauce

   • In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.

4. Prepare the Salmon

   • Place salmon fillets skin-side down next to asparagus.

   • Brush generously with the garlic butter mixture (reserve a little for after baking).

5. Roast

   • Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness, until salmon flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender-crisp.

6. Serve

   • Brush salmon with remaining garlic butter, garnish with lemon slices and fresh herbs, and serve immediately.