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The lemon-garlic-herb butter melts over this baked salmon and asparagus as it bakes and every bite is so flavorful! This one-pan salmon asparagus recipe is a reader and family favorite (read the glowing reviews here). The flavored butter here is gold. It is the same butter we use on our popular turkey recipe. It comes together quickly and everything it touches always gets rave reviews.
Seriously though, this salmon recipe is a must-try. Make it once and you’ll make it again and again. It’s just THAT good – perfect for special occasions and easy enough for a busy weeknight. It’s delicious and looks so pretty on that baking dish. Make this and you will impress your family.
Don’t miss the quick video recipe to see just how easy this is!
Watch How to Make One-Pan Salmon Asparagus:
SO MUCH FLAVOR!! I hope you all love this easy dinner idea. I’d pass you a slice if I could because I really want you to discover this juicy salmon recipe! P.S. I’ve been making this salmon with 6 Tbsp butter instead of 8 and it works just as well which is why the recipe states 6 Tbsp butter.
Also, salmon is so good for you with all those wonderful Omega 3’s. I just think salmon is the most satisfying dish that leaves you feeling full but light at the same time. And this one is lip-smacking good!!
Print-Friendly One-Pan Salmon Asparagus Recipe:
One-Pan Salmon Asparagus Recipe (VIDEO)
Ingredients
For the Salmon and Asparagus:
- 2 lbs salmon filet, cut into six 6 oz portions
- 2 lbs 2 bunches asparagus, fibrous ends removed
- Salt and black pepper
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 small lemon, sliced into rings for garnish
For the Lemon-Garlic-Herb Butter:
- 6 Tbsp 85 grams unsalted butter, softened (*see quick softening note)
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, from 1 small lemon
- 2 garlic cloves, pressed or minced
- 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp salt, we used sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Prep:
- Preheat oven to 450˚F with oven rack in top third. Line large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, trimming the paper to just fit so it doesn't go over edges of pan (this prevents the paper from charring under broiler).
How to Make One-Pan Salmon Asparagus:
- Place salmon filets in a row down the center of your lined baking pan. Arrange trimmed asparagus on the sides of the salmon. Drizzle asparagus lightly with olive oil and roll to coat. Sprinkle both asparagus and salmon with salt and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, use a fork to mash together all ingredients for flavored butter. It takes a couple of minutes to come together but keep mashing and it will happen. You can also use a food processor for the job if you prefer.
- Spoon 3/4 of your flavored butter over the salmon and spread evenly (no need for perfection). Dab remaining butter mix over the asparagus. Top each salmon filet with a slice of lemon and bake uncovered at 450˚F for 10-12 minutes (a thinner fillet will take 10 minutes and larger fillet takes 12 minutes). Set the oven to BROIL and bake another 2-3 minutes to give the salmon a golden glow. Bake until salmon is flaky and cooked through.
Notes
If you make this recipe, I’d love to see pics of your creations on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter! Hashtag them #natashaskitchen
P.S. Spoon some of those scrumptious pan juices over your salmon for even more amazing flavor! What is YOUR favorite way to enjoy salmon?
Hi, I tried the recipe last week, and it was awesome! The only thing was that the salmon was a little fishy. Any tips to make the salmon less fishy? I am making again today
Hi Lee, in my experience, I have found that it is due to using a filet that isn’t super fresh. I’m the weirdo that smells my fish before I buy it from the grocery store. If it smells fishy there or has been sitting out a while, it will taste a little fish usually.
I recently read that if the salmon smells fishy, let it sit in milk for 20 minutes before cooking it.
Your One Pan Salmon Asparagus recipe sounds delicious, and I want to make it for company this week. What size pan would you recommend?
Hi Nancy, we used this sheet here. It is an aluminum sheet pan size 21 x 15 x 1 in.
I love salmon
We sure love it around here also!
Could we prepare the plate and cook it later when the guests are at the table. Can we keep it in the fridge before cooking it? Maybe someone has already asked this question, I have not read all the comments!Thanks!
Hi Denis, I haven’t tested that but I think it could work. If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe
Came out perfect. Thx Natasha. Your recipes are the only ones I follow to the tee. No changes for me. Thx again
I’m so happy you love our recipes, Ted! Thank you so much for the fantastic review and your encouraging words. I am smiling big reading your comment
Made this dish last night and it was delicious. Definitely will be making it again. Thank you.
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, Lane!
Can I cook it on the bbq
Thanks
Hi Claudette I haven’t tested with this specific recipe but it may work. We do have grilled salmon recipes on our blog. Simply search salmon.
Do you know what the calorie and macro breakdown is per serving on this recipe?
Hi Callie! I don’t typically include calorie counts because of the time constraint that I have. I really need to hire some help to do that for me! When I need a quick answer though; I have used Caloriecount.com (their recipe analyzer is free). ps. I’m planning to do a site refresh this spring and looking to include nutritional labels in the recipes that time so stay tuned.
Does it matter which parsley you used whether curly or italian
Hi Leanne, we used the flat leaf Italian parsley. I hope that helps!
Thanks – that’s what I used. We tried this last night and it was fabulous. Passed the recipe on to my daughter
That’s so awesome! Thank you so much for your wonderful review and great feedback Leanne!
This is an amazing but simple recipe!
Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
Amazing, so tender and the exact time.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that Charles!
Best recipe ever!!!! Loved it. And so easy!!!!! Hubby loved it too. Delicious!!
That’s just awesome!! Thank you for sharing that with me:)
I am trying your recipe today. I can’t waitnto taste it as it look delicious. Thanks. Your video is very fine.
You’re so welcome! I hope you enjoy that!
Natasha, Thank you for all the great recipes (including fun videos and step-by-step instructions and more). They are full of information and easy to follow. You obviously putting a lot of love, character and expertise into it.
This recipe for the “One-Pan Salmon and Asparagus” deserves more than two thumbs up. I have tried cooking salmon using variety of recipes and ways. Yesterday, while looking for how to best cook asparagus (as side dish for salmon), I came across this recipe. It is filled with incredible flavors, and definitely is one of my most favorites. And oh boy, my fiancé devoured it and giving quite a food moan while eating (never heard him do that before). He asked me to give you a very special greeting and thanks. The only thing is, I completely forgot to add lemon juice into the butter mixture (but not the lemon pieces on top). It still came out De-Li-CiouSss!!!
Thank you, Natasha!
Wow! That’s so awesome! Thank you for sharing this thoughtful review with me, Elena!
Thank you for sharing this recipe!! I’m not a cook and almost always end up with below average results even after following a recipe exactly. However this turned out beautifully!! So delcious and SO easy. I look forward to making it over and over again and now I’m on my way to read your other recipes 🙂
Hi Sindy! I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us!
Sooo good! My family loves it! All the times and temps were spot on! I was out of fresh parsley, so I used the dried stuff from a jar. Still tasted great! Thanks for your recipes! I’ve loved each and every one that I’ve tried.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for the wonderful review!
This Salmon and Asparagus is amazing. I made it in a small scale using custom portions but same ingredients. Cooking times often don’t work out for me but this was on point. Absolutely delicious! Thank-You!
That’s just awesome!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review with me, Terry 🙂
So delish! Thanks for sharing!
You’re so welcome, Juliana! I’m so happy you enjoyed that!
Really good! I just got a bit of push-back from the family on the amount of butter… wondering if I could cut down on that without sacrificing the texture/taste of the salmon? Otherwise, excellent meal!
Hi Beth! I think it would still work with about 4 to 6 Tbsp of butter. Keep in mind, a lot of the butter stays in the pan but it does flavor the salmon well and makes it very juicy 🙂
Wow! Just made this tonight and the whole family looked at me like a pro hahaha! So delicious. I’ve shared it with all my Instagram friends🙌🏻 Thank you!
That’s just awesome!! I’m so happy you all enjoyed that! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Noelle! 🙂
Ok so I’ve now made this 4 times in a week. It’s DELICIOUS and I never want to eat salmon a different way. Just when I thought I was never going to prepare it at home again I found this and it is a true game changer. My picky husband even said it tasted like it was from a Restaurant. THANK YOU!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!