Lemon Garlic Salmon Tray Bake
Easy Lemon Garlic Salmon Tray Bake made in one panJuicy salmon with fresh lemon, garlic, and vegetablesHealthy, quick dinner ready in just 20 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets 180g / 6 oz each
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves grated
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Vegetables (optional):
- 3 bunches asparagus trimmed
- 200 g cherry tomatoes
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Cooking & Serving:
- Olive oil spray
- Parmesan finely grated
- Lemon wedges
- Fresh parsley chopped
- Crusty bread or toast
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the marinade over the salmon fillets evenly. Let sit for 1 hour if time allows.
- Preheat oven grill (broiler) to 280°C / 525°F and position rack 20 cm from heat.
- Toss asparagus and tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking tray.
- Place salmon on the tray, leaving space between pieces. Lightly spray with oil.
- Cook the Lemon Garlic Salmon Tray Bake for 11 minutes or until salmon flakes easily.
- Transfer to serving plates, sprinkle parmesan over vegetables, add lemon juice, and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can marinate the salmon overnight for deeper flavor.
- Add baby potatoes for a more filling tray bake.
- Serve with rice or quinoa instead of bread for variety.