Spoon Simple
Sheet Pan Salmon with Asparagus and Lemon-Dill Sauce
Enjoy a nutritious and elegant weeknight meal with this simple sheet pan salmon. Juicy salmon fillets are roasted alongside tender asparagus, all brought together by a bright, zesty lemon-dill sauce.
Prep 10 min
Cook 20 min
Total 30 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Salmon and Asparagus
- 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets, skin on or off
- 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
Step 2 — For the Lemon-Dill Sauce
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Pinch of garlic powder
Instructions
- 1
Prep Sheet Pan
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- 2
Season Asparagus and Salmon
Toss asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange on one side of the prepared baking sheet. Pat salmon fillets dry, brush with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Place salmon on the other side of the baking sheet.
- 3
Roast
Top each salmon fillet with a few lemon slices. Roast for 12-15 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and asparagus is tender-crisp.
- 4
Make Sauce and Serve
While the salmon roasts, whisk together Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Serve the roasted salmon and asparagus immediately, drizzled with the lemon-dill sauce.
Nutrition per serving: 420 cal · 38g protein · 10g carbs · 25g fat · 4g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
