Description
Broiled salmon fillets and asparagus roasted together in 15 minutes. Simple, fresh, and family-friendly.
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets (6 oz each, 1-inch thick)
1 lb asparagus, trimmed
2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
1 tsp garlic powder
¾ tsp kosher salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 lemon, sliced into rounds
Instructions
1. Preheat broiler, rack 6 inches from heat.
2. Prep pan (2 minutes): Toss asparagus with 1 Tbsp oil, ½ tsp salt on rimmed sheet.
3. Add salmon (1 minute): Pat salmon dry, brush with remaining oil, season with garlic powder, salt, pepper. Add with lemon slices.
4. Broil (8–12 minutes): Cook 8–10 minutes for medium (145°F), 10–12 for well-done.
Notes
Why this works in 15 minutes: Broiler’s top heat cooks 1-inch salmon and thin asparagus at the same time-no flipping; lemon slices perfume while it broils.
Pro tips: Rack 6 in/15 cm from broiler; pat fillets dry; oil the asparagus directly; keep pieces similar thickness.
Doneness & safety: Salmon flakes easily and reaches 145°F (63°C); asparagus is tender with light char.
Swaps/serving: Use haricots verts or broccolini (thin); finish with dill or parsley; serve with couscous, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
Storage: 2-3 days refrigerated; reheat low and slow or enjoy chilled over greens.