Garlic Butter Salmon with Roasted Potatoes & Cheesy Asparagus
Perfectly pan-seared salmon fillets glazed with garlic butter, paired with golden roasted baby potatoes and tender asparagus spears topped with melted cheese. A balanced, indulgent, and nourishing meal.
- Author: Djihane
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Seared & Roasted
- Cuisine: American
- For the Salmon:
- 2 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
- For the Roasted Potatoes:
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- For the Cheesy Asparagus:
- 1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or Italian blend cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss baby potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, turning once halfway.
- Meanwhile, place asparagus on another tray, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 12–15 minutes. In the last 5 minutes, sprinkle with cheese and return to oven until melted.
- For the salmon, season fillets with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon skin-side down (if using) for 4–5 minutes, then flip. Add butter and garlic to the pan.
- Spoon the melted garlic butter over the salmon as it finishes cooking (about 3–4 more minutes). Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice.
- Serve salmon with roasted potatoes and cheesy asparagus, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to check salmon doneness (145°F internal temp).
- Swap cheese for Parmesan or Gruyère for variety.
- Baby carrots or green beans can replace asparagus if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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