Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Salmon and Asparagus

A deliciously fresh and healthy dish combining tender salmon fillets with vibrant asparagus, all roasted on a single sheet pan for easy preparation and cleanup.

NewPublished Feb 21, 2026
Prep Time15 min
Cook Time20 min
Total35 min
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

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Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Salmon and Asparagus plated with lemon slices.

Ingredients

Servings4

Yields 4 servings

  • (4) salmon fillets
  • (1 lb) asparagus, trimmed
  • (2) lemons, one zested and juiced, one sliced
  • (4 tbsp) olive oil
  • (2 tsp) dried oregano
  • (2 tsp) dried thyme
  • (2) garlic cloves, minced
  • (1 tsp) salt
  • (1/2 tsp) black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200 °C).

  2. 2

    On a large sheet pan, lay out the (4) salmon fillets and (1 lb) trimmed asparagus.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, mix together (4 tbsp) olive oil, the zest of (1) lemon, the juice of (1) lemon, (2 tsp) dried oregano, (2 tsp) dried thyme, (2 cloves) minced garlic, (1 tsp) salt, and (1/2 tsp) black pepper.

  4. 4

    Drizzle the lemon herb mixture over the salmon fillets and asparagus, ensuring everything is well coated.

  5. 5

    Arrange the lemon slices from (1) lemon over the top of the salmon.

  6. 6

    Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the asparagus is tender.

  7. 7

    Serve hot, garnished with additional lemon wedges if desired.

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