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Easy Sheet Pan Salmon with Lemon Garlic Butter: A 20-Minute Dinner

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A quick and easy sheet pan salmon recipe with lemon garlic butter, asparagus, and cherry tomatoes. Ready in 20 minutes with minimal cleanup, this healthy and flavorful dinner is perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large lemon (zest and juice)
  • 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound), trimmed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more for vegetables
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Position the rack in the middle of the oven.
  2. Line your sheet pan with parchment paper.
  3. Prepare the vegetables: Trim the woody ends off the asparagus. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Place the asparagus and tomatoes on the prepared sheet pan. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper, and toss gently to coat. Spread them in a single layer, leaving room in the center for the salmon.
  4. Roast the vegetables for 5 minutes.
  5. Make the lemon garlic butter: In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic, zest of one lemon, 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, ½ teaspoon of salt, ¼ teaspoon of black pepper, and the red pepper flakes if using. Whisk together.
  6. Prepare the salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place the fillets skin-side down (if using skin-on) in the center of the pan, nestled among the partially roasted vegetables. Season the tops with the remaining ½ teaspoon of salt and a few grinds of pepper.
  7. Brush the salmon with the lemon garlic butter. Pour any remaining butter over the vegetables.
  8. Roast for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  9. Let it rest for 2 minutes.
  10. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve.

Notes

Pat the salmon dry for best browning. Give vegetables a 5-minute head start. Watch the garlic to prevent burning. Use room temperature ingredients for even cooking. Check for doneness early.

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