Lemon Garlic Salmon Tray Bake
A vibrant, one-pan meal featuring flaky salmon glazed in lemon garlic sauce, roasted alongside asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and finished with parmesan. Quick, healthy, and packed with flavor — perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Spread asparagus and cherry tomatoes on the tray. Drizzle with olive oil and season lightly.
- Add lemon slices throughout the tray for flavor infusion.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down and coat with the garlic lemon marinade.
- Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily and vegetables are tender.
- Sprinkle with grated parmesan and parsley just before serving.
- Serve warm directly from the tray or with rice or greens.
Notes
- Let salmon reach room temperature before baking for even cooking.
- Use parchment for easy cleanup and even roasting.
- Garnish with lemon zest or chili flakes for extra flavor.
- Leftovers are perfect for salads or wraps the next day.
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