Description
Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon is a vibrant and flavorful dish that delivers a delightful culinary experience with minimal effort. Fresh salmon fillets are roasted alongside colorful veggies, all drizzled with a zesty lemon garlic butter sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, bringing the essence of summer dining right to your table. With every bite, you’ll enjoy the harmonious blend of buttery richness and bright citrus notes that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bunch asparagus (12 oz), trimmed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Place the salmon fillets on one side of the sheet pan. In a bowl, melt the butter and mix in the minced garlic and lemon juice.
- Brush half of the lemon garlic butter over the salmon; season with salt and pepper.
- Toss asparagus and cherry tomatoes in olive oil, salt, and pepper; arrange them around the salmon on the sheet pan.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Drizzle remaining lemon garlic butter over everything and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with veggies (6 oz)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg