One-pan salmon with roast asparagus

Method 1

Ingredients

400g new potato

halved if large

2 tbsp olive oil

8 asparagus

spears, trimmed and halved

2 handfuls cherry tomatoes

1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

2 salmon fillets

about 140g/5oz each

handful basil leaves

step 1

Heat oven to 220C/fan 200C/gas 7. Tip the potatoes and 1 tbsp of olive oil into an ovenproof dish, then roast the potatoes for 20 mins until starting to brown. Toss the asparagus in with the potatoes, then return to the oven for 15 mins.

step 2

Throw in the cherry tomatoes and vinegar and nestle the salmon amongst the vegetables. Drizzle with the remaining oil and return to the oven for a final 10-15 mins until the salmon is cooked. Scatter over the basil leaves and serve everything scooped straight from the dish.

Method 2

🍽️ One-Pan Salmon with Roast Asparagus

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2–4)

2–4 salmon fillets

1 bunch asparagus (trimmed)

2–3 tbsp olive oil

3 cloves garlic (minced)

1 lemon (zested + sliced)

1 tsp paprika (optional)

½ tsp dried thyme or oregano

Salt and black pepper (to taste)

Optional: grated parmesan or chili flakes

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prep

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)

Line a baking tray with parchment paper or foil

2. Season the asparagus

Place asparagus on the tray

Drizzle with olive oil, add half the garlic, salt, and pepper

Toss to coat evenly

3. Add the salmon

Push asparagus to the sides and place salmon in the center

Drizzle salmon with olive oil

Season with salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and remaining garlic

Add lemon zest and place lemon slices on top

4. Roast

Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness

Salmon should flake easily with a fork; asparagus should be tender-crisp

5. Serve

Squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything before serving

Optional: sprinkle parmesan or chili flakes for extra flavor

💡 Tips

For crispier edges, broil (grill) for the last 2–3 minutes

Add baby potatoes (parboiled) or cherry tomatoes for a fuller one-pan meal

Pair with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread

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