Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) with the oven rack in the top third. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Trim the paper to fit the pan so it does not go over the edges, which prevents charring under the broiler.
- Place the salmon filets in a row down the center of the lined baking pan. Arrange the trimmed asparagus on the sides of the salmon. Drizzle the asparagus lightly with olive oil and toss to coat. Sprinkle both the asparagus and salmon with salt and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, mash together all ingredients for the flavored butter using a fork. Continue mashing for a couple of minutes until combined. Alternatively, use a food processor. Spoon 3/4 of the flavored butter over the salmon and spread evenly. Dab the remaining butter mixture over the asparagus.
- Top each salmon filet with a slice of lemon. Bake uncovered at 450°F (230°C) for 10-12 minutes. A thinner fillet will take 10 minutes, and a larger fillet takes 12 minutes. Set the oven to BROIL and bake for another 2-3 minutes until the salmon has a golden glow. Bake until the salmon is flaky and cooked through, with an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) on an instant-read thermometer.
Nutrition
Notes
If your asparagus is thin, add it to the sheet pan halfway through baking or use a separate sheet pan so you can remove it when it reaches your desired tenderness. To quickly soften butter, place the wrapped stick in an airtight ziploc bag, submerge in warm water (around 100°F or 38°C), and place a weight on top to keep it submerged. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes until softened.