Garlic Herb Salmon That’s Perfect Every Time

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

This Garlic Herb Salmon with Asparagus is an easy dinner recipe that comes together quickly and is perfect for a healthy meal. Bursting with flavor, this dish is a great fit for Mediterranean diet recipes, highlighting the use of fresh ingredients and healthy fats.

The combination of tender salmon fillets and crisp asparagus makes for a nutritious and satisfying dinner option that can be ready in under 30 minutes.

Quick and Flavorful Garlic Herb Salmon with Asparagus

In this recipe, salmon is seasoned with aromatic garlic and fresh herbs, then roasted alongside asparagus for a complete meal. It takes about 25 minutes from prep to finish and serves 2 people.

Ingredients

2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 lemon, sliced
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the Asparagus: On a baking sheet, arrange the trimmed asparagus. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, season with half the salt and pepper, then toss to coat.
Season the Salmon: In a small bowl, mix the remaining olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture over the salmon fillets.
Combine and Add Lemon: Place the seasoned salmon on the baking sheet with the asparagus. Top the salmon with lemon slices.

Roast: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork and the asparagus is tender.
Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.