Classic Lemon-Herb Sheet Pan Salmon with Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes
This dish features tender salmon fillets roasted on a single pan with vibrant asparagus and sweet cherry tomatoes, infused with the bright flavors of lemon, fresh dill, and garlic. It's a healthy, easy-to-prepare meal perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Oven
- Large, sturdy rimmed baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Large bowl
- Small bowl
- Paper towels
- Brush
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 Salmon Fillets (6 oz each), skin-on or skinless
- 1 bunch Asparagus (about 1 lb), ends trimmed
- 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes (about 2 cups)
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 Lemon large, half sliced into rounds, half for juice and zest
- 2 cloves Garlic minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper (or to taste)
- Red pepper flakes (Optional: for a touch of heat)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine trimmed asparagus and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper; toss until well coated and spread in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast the seasoned vegetables in the preheated oven for 10 minutes to soften slightly.
- While vegetables roast, gently pat salmon fillets dry, then mix olive oil, lemon zest and juice, chopped dill, salt, and pepper (and optional red pepper flakes) in a small bowl to create a seasoning mixture; brush this mixture evenly over the salmon.
- After 10 minutes, remove the baking sheet, gently push vegetables aside to make space, and place the seasoned salmon fillets among them, arranging lemon slices over and around the fish and vegetables.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for another 12-18 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the asparagus is tender-crisp.
- Remove from oven, squeeze extra fresh lemon juice over everything, sprinkle with remaining fresh dill, and serve immediately.
Notes
This recipe is incredibly versatile; feel free to add other quick-cooking vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini. For a richer flavor, consider marinating the salmon for 15-30 minutes before roasting. The red pepper flakes are optional but add a lovely subtle kick.