Easy Low-Carb Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus
Enjoy a light, flavorful, and incredibly easy meal with this baked salmon and asparagus recipe. Tender salmon fillets and crisp-tender asparagus are coated in a bright citrus-herb mixture and roasted to perfection on a single sheet pan. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner that aligns with low-carb and diabetic-friendly eating plans.
Ingredients
Main Course:
- 3 Salmon Fillets approx. 4-6 oz / 113-170g each, skin on or off
- 12 oz 340g Fresh Asparagus, tough ends snapped off
Citrus Herb Marinade:
- 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 medium Lemon zested and juiced
- 2 cloves Garlic minced or pressed
- 2 1/4 teaspoons Dried Thyme
- 3/4 teaspoon Dried Dill
- Pinch of Red Pepper Flakes optional
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Set your oven to 410°F (210°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Position Salmon: Arrange the salmon fillets on one side of the prepared baking sheet.
- Mix Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried dill, optional red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Coat Salmon: Spoon or brush about two-thirds of the citrus herb marinade evenly over the tops and sides of the salmon fillets.
- Add Asparagus: Place the trimmed asparagus spears on the other side of the baking sheet. Drizzle the remaining one-third of the marinade over the asparagus and toss them gently to ensure they are lightly coated. Spread the asparagus in a single layer.
- Roast: Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven. Bake for 11-13 minutes, or just until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the asparagus is tender-crisp. Cooking time will vary slightly depending on the thickness of your salmon fillets.
- Serve: Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Serve the salmon and asparagus immediately. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
Notes
Estimated Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
This estimate is for 1 serving (approx. 5 oz salmon fillet + 1/3 of asparagus/marinade).
- Calories: 456 kcal
- Protein: 35 g
- Fat: 31.5 g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 5 g
- Total Carbohydrates: 7.3 g
- Dietary Fiber: 3 g
- Net Carbohydrates: 4.3 g
- Sugars: Approx. 2 g
- Sodium: Approx. 390 mg (using 1/2 tsp salt total; adjust as needed)