Delight in this easy-to-prepare one pan garlicky herb butter salmon and asparagus dish. It's a flavor-packed and nutritious dinner ready in just 25 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Preheat oven to 450°F with oven rack in top third of oven.
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Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, and trim the edges to fit the pan to prevent charring.
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In a small bowl, combine softened butter, lemon juice, pressed garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mash and mix until the lemon juice is incorporated into the butter.
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Place the salmon fillet, skin-side down, in the center of the baking sheet.
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Rinse asparagus and snap off the fibrous ends.
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Arrange asparagus around the salmon and drizzle it lightly with olive oil. Toss to coat.
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Season both the salmon and asparagus with salt and pepper.
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Spread 3/4 of the herb butter mixture over the salmon.
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Dot the asparagus with the remaining herb butter.
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Scatter lemon slices over the salmon and asparagus.
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Bake at 450°F for 10-12 minutes, then switch the oven to broil on high for 2-3 minutes to give the salmon a golden crust.
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Cook until the salmon is flaky and asparagus is tender.
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