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Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus

July 13, 2021 by Lara December 11, 2022

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Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus is perfect for busy weeknights! This baked salmon and asparagus is ready in less than 25 minutes. Perfectly flaky salmon and delicious asparagus make for an easy dinner.

salmon and asparagus on a parchment lined cookie sheet
Table of Contents
  • Keto Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus
  • Ingredients for Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus
  • How to bake perfect salmon and asparagus
  • What to Serve with Salmon
  • How to Store Salmon and Asparagus
  • How to Re-heat Salmon
  • Frequently asked questions
  • More easy salmon recipes
  • More easy side dish recipes
  • Sheet Pan Salmon Dinner Recipe tips

Keto Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus

I love how easy this baked salmon recipe is! It’s literally one of the easiest recipes with minimal ingredients and it’s great to meal prep! Plus you get all of the health benefits of salmon because it’s a fatty fish!

This sheet pan meal is perfect for those following a paleo or low carb diet. Simply serve the baked salmon with this Instant Pot cilantro lime cauliflower rice instead of traditional white rice. 

This salmon sheet pan dinner makes the most tender salmon filet!

close up image of baked asparagus and salmon
baked salmon with a fork bite taken out

If you’re running short on time and want a delicious and healthy meal, then this salmon sheet pan recipe with asparagus is just for you. Naturally high in omega 3 fatty acids, salmon is also a great source of protein!

Ingredients for Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus

  • salmon fillets
  • avocado oil or extra virgin olive oil
  • fresh asparagus
  • kosher salt
  • black pepper
  • garlic cloves
salmon on a white plate, asparagus, oil and spices

How to bake perfect salmon and asparagus

Below is my step by step guide to one of my favorite sheet pan dinners! Super easy cleanup and an easy prep!

salmon filets on a cutting board with a knife

First preheat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Then chop the salmon into 5 4oz salmon filets.

salmon on a baking sheet with oil and a brush
snapping woody ends off asparagus

Chop or snap the woody ends of asparagus and place asparagus on the baking sheet.

asparagus with the ends snapped off

Next, place salmon and asparagus on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the salmon with oil.

brushing oil onto salmon filets

Top the asparagus with remaining oil, making sure to coat evenly.

pouring oil over asparagus

Sprinkle the salmon and asparagus with salt, pepper and minced garlic.

raw salmon and uncooked asparagus on a parchment lined cookie sheet topped with spices

Bake for about 15 minutes until salmon is at desired doneness. Optionally top with cilantro or fresh squeezed lemon juice.

baked salmon and asparagus and a white cloth napkin

What to Serve with Salmon

Serve with Roasted Sweet Potato Slices, Instant Pot Basmati Rice, roasted potatoes and green beans or any of these low carb vegetable recipes.

How to Store Salmon and Asparagus

Store the leftover cooked salmon and asparagus in an airtight container for 2-3 days.

How to Re-heat Salmon

Transfer the salmon and asparagus to a microwave safe plate. Microwave on high for 1.5-2 minutes.

baked salmon on a bed of white rice with baked asparagus

Frequently asked questions

  • What temp to bake salmon?
  • I baked this salmon at 400F
  • How long to bake salmon?
  • It depends on what temperature you bake it at, but at 400F you bake it for 15 minutes. 
  • How to bake salmon with skin?
  • Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil, coat foil with oil and place salmon skin side down. 
  • How to bake asparagus?
  • Coat asparagus with oil, sprinkle with herbs or spices, and place on a baking sheet.
  • How long to bake asparagus?
  • Bake asparagus for 15 minutes at 400F
  • close up image of baked asparagus

    More easy salmon recipes

    • baked pesto salmon
    • salmon burgers 
    • grilled salmon
    • Salmon on the Blackstone Griddle

    More easy side dish recipes

    • Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts
    • roasted garlic parmesan asparagus 
    • Instant Pot mashed cauliflower
    • Sautéed Cast Iron Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

    Sheet Pan Salmon Dinner Recipe tips

    • If you don’t like asparagus you can easily substitute green beans instead
    • Serve with cauliflower rice or Brussels sprouts if you’re following a low carb diet or sweet potatoes if you’re following a paleo diet
    • Top with fresh herbs like cilantro to give it a little extra burst of flavor or even ass a fresh lemon slice
    • If you’re looking to chance up the flavor profile, brush with sesame seed oil and top with sesame seeds
    • You can also use melted unsalted butter in place of oil
    baked salmon with a fork bite taken out
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    baked salmon and asparagus and a white cloth napkin
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    Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus

    Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus is perfect for a weeknight dinner! This baked salmon and asparagus is ready in less than 25 minutes. Perfectly flaky salmon and delicious asparagus make for a healthy dinner.
    Course Entree
    Cuisine American
    Keyword baked salmon and asparagus, healthy dinner, sheet pan salmon and asparagus
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes
    Total Time 20 minutes
    Servings 5
    Calories 218kcal
    Author Lara

    Equipment

    • sheet pan

    Ingredients

    • 20 oz Salmon 5, 4oz filets
    • 1 ½ tbsp avocado or olive oil divided
    • 1 pound of asparagus
    • ¾ tsp salt
    • ¼ tsp black pepper
    • 2 garlic cloves minced

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Then chop the salmon into 5 4oz salmon filets.
      salmon filets on a cutting board with a knife
    • Chop or snap the woody ends of asparagus and place asparagus on the baking sheet.
      snapping woody ends off asparagus
    • Place salmon and asparagus on the baking sheet and brush salmon with oil.
      brushing oil onto salmon filets
    • Top the asparagus with the remaining oil, making sure to coat evenly.
      pouring oil over asparagus
    • Sprinkle the salmon and asparagus with salt, pepper and minced garlic.
      raw salmon and uncooked asparagus on a parchment lined cookie sheet topped with spices
    • Bake for about 15 minutes until salmon is at desired doneness.
      baked salmon and asparagus and a white cloth napkin
    • Optionally top with cilantro or fresh squeezed lemon juice. Serve with white rice.
      baked salmon with a fork bite taken out

    Notes

    Re-heat in microwave for 2-2 ½ minutes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 401mg | Potassium: 745mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 732IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 3mg

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    Hi, I’m Lara! I’m a dietitian and I love to travel the US in my fifth wheel RV with my pups Stella & Loki. I share healthy, low carb and camping recipes along with my travel and bowling stories.

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