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Easy Crispy Salmon and Asparagus Traybake Perfect for Spring Meals

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This easy crispy salmon and asparagus traybake is a quick, fuss-free spring meal featuring perfectly roasted salmon with crispy skin and tender asparagus, ideal for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • Salmon fillets, skin-on, about 6 ounces (170 grams) each
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed (about 1 pound or 450 grams)
  • 2–3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • Fresh thyme or dill sprigs (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste, preferably flaky sea salt
  • Optional: red pepper flakes or a splash of white wine for roasting liquid
  • Optional variation: almond flour for extra crunch on salmon skin

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Rinse and trim woody ends of asparagus (about 1-2 inches). Toss asparagus in a bowl with 1 tablespoon olive oil, half the sliced garlic, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  3. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush skin side with olive oil and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Spread asparagus evenly on the sheet.
  5. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on top of asparagus, leaving space around each piece.
  6. Scatter remaining garlic slices and fresh herb sprigs over the tray. Zest lemon over everything and squeeze lemon juice evenly across salmon and asparagus.
  7. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily and skin is crisp and golden, asparagus tender but slightly crunchy.
  8. If fillets are thicker than 1 inch, roast an additional 2-3 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning skin.
  9. Remove herbs, sprinkle flaky sea salt over the dish, and serve immediately warm.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before roasting for crispy skin. Roast at high heat (425°F) to crisp skin without drying fish. Avoid overcrowding the tray for even roasting. Optional: finish salmon under broiler 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness. Slice thick asparagus thinner for even cooking. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 2 days; reheat gently to preserve texture.

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