🐟 Garlic Herb Salmon with Asparagus & Potatoes
Tender salmon, crispy golden potatoes, and bright asparagus baked with lemon, garlic, and Mediterranean herbs.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Potatoes
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1 kg (2 lbs) baby potatoes, halved
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tsp dried oregano
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½ tsp garlic powder
For the Salmon & Asparagus
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4 salmon fillets (150–180 g each)
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1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
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4 tbsp olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp dried thyme
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1 tsp dried dill (or 1 tbsp fresh)
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1 tsp dried oregano
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Zest of 1 lemon
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Juice of ½ lemon
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Lemon slices (optional)
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Fresh parsley for garnish
🍽️ Instructions
1. Roast the potatoes
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Toss halved baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, and garlic powder.
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Spread onto a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, flipping once.
2. Prepare the garlic herb salmon
In a bowl, mix together:
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Olive oil
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Garlic
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Thyme
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Dill
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Oregano
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Lemon zest
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Lemon juice
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Salt + pepper
Brush this mixture generously over the salmon fillets.
3. Add asparagus + salmon to pan
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After the potatoes have roasted 20 minutes, push them to one side.
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Add the asparagus and drizzle with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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Place salmon fillets on the tray (skin-side down).
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Spoon extra marinade over the top.
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Add lemon slices if you like.
4. Roast everything together
Bake for 12–15 minutes until:
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Salmon flakes easily with a fork
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Asparagus is tender
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Potatoes are crispy
For crispier salmon edges, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end.
🌿 Serving
Garnish with fresh parsley and extra lemon wedges for squeezing.
Perfect with:
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A Greek salad
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Tzatziki
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Garlic yogurt sauce

