Description
Baked Tasmanian Salmon with Asparagus is a healthy, flavorful dish featuring rich Tasmanian salmon fillets paired with tender asparagus. This easy-to-make recipe combines fresh ingredients and simple preparation, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 Tasmanian salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
Vegetables
- 1 lb (450g) asparagus (trimmed)
Seasonings & Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or fresh thyme)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the salmon and asparagus evenly.
- Prepare the Asparagus: Place the trimmed asparagus on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and half of the minced garlic. Toss the asparagus well to coat all pieces evenly.
- Prepare the Salmon: In a small bowl, combine the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, the other half of the minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Brush this flavorful mixture over each salmon fillet evenly.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the salmon fillets on the same baking sheet as the asparagus, positioning them skin-side down for optimal cooking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the asparagus is tender.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest for a few minutes. Serve the salmon and asparagus warm with lemon wedges for an extra burst of fresh flavor.
Notes
- Add additional vegetables like bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, or zucchini for extra color and nutrition.
- Experiment with different herbs such as dill or rosemary for varied flavor profiles.
- For more intense flavor, marinate the salmon in the olive oil and lemon mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
- This recipe uses simple ingredients and is great for meal prep or quick dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Keywords: Tasmanian salmon, baked salmon, asparagus recipe, healthy dinner, quick dinner, lemon garlic salmon, baked seafood
