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Crispy Baked Lemon Herb Salmon Recipe Easy Roasted Asparagus and Potatoes

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy baked salmon with lemon and herbs, paired with roasted asparagus and potatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights or dinner parties, delivering a flavorful and comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • Salmon fillets, skin-on, about 6 oz (170 g) each
  • Fresh lemon zest and juice
  • Fresh thyme leaves or 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 lb (450 g) asparagus spears, trimmed
  • 1 lb (450 g) baby or new potatoes, halved
  • Olive oil for roasting
  • Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Toss halved baby potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, and fresh rosemary or thyme if using. Spread on one side of the baking sheet, cut side down. Roast for 10 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine juice of half a lemon, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  4. Pat salmon dry with paper towels. Place fillets skin-side down and brush marinade over them. Let sit for 10 minutes at room temperature while potatoes roast.
  5. Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add to the baking sheet alongside potatoes after 10 minutes of potato roasting.
  6. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the pan next to the vegetables, ensuring space between fillets.
  7. Roast everything together for 12–15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily, skin is crispy, asparagus is tender, and potatoes are golden.
  8. Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes for extra crispy salmon skin, watching closely to avoid burning.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 2–3 minutes to redistribute juices.
  10. Serve immediately, squeezing extra fresh lemon juice over salmon and vegetables if desired.

Notes

Pat salmon skin dry before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Use high heat (425°F) for best results. Do not overcrowd the pan to allow even roasting. Optional broil at the end for extra crisp skin. Smaller potatoes roast more evenly; parboil if needed. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 2 days; reheat gently in oven to restore crispness.

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