Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 bunch of asparagus
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Olive oil (for cooking asparagus)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Trim the ends of the asparagus and drizzle with olive oil, seasoning with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes until tender.
- While the asparagus is roasting, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and cook for another minute.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add a tablespoon of butter or olive oil, and sear the salmon for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Alternatively, bake the salmon at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes.
- Once both the salmon and asparagus are cooked, plate the salmon and asparagus together, and drizzle the garlic butter sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- For crispy salmon skin, sear the skin side down first.
- If you prefer a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce.
- Substitute the asparagus with green beans, broccoli, or Brussels sprouts if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking, Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie