Description
This Lemon Pepper Salmon recipe is a delightful and healthy option for a flavorful dinner. The salmon fillets are seasoned with zesty lemon pepper, baked to perfection, and served with optional Garlic Parmesan Asparagus for a well-rounded meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For Lemon Pepper Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 ½ teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Lemon slices for garnish
For Optional Garlic Parmesan Asparagus:
- 1 bunch asparagus (trimmed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Prepare Lemon Pepper Salmon: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and lemon pepper seasoning. Place salmon fillets on the prepared sheet, skin-side down, and brush with the lemon pepper mixture. Season with salt, garnish with lemon slices, and bake for 12–15 minutes.
- Make Optional Garlic Parmesan Asparagus: Toss trimmed asparagus with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Roast in the oven for 10–12 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- This salmon goes well with rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad.
- Asparagus can be grilled instead of roasted.
- Adjust lemon pepper seasoning to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (with asparagus)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
