Description
This healthy recipe for roasted salmon and asparagus with dill sauce is the perfect dinner for any night of the week. Salmon is full of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, and asparagus is a good source of fiber and vitamins A, C, and E.
Ingredients
INGREDIENTS TO MAKE ROASTED SALMON AND ASPARAGUS WITH DILL SAUCE
4 Tbsp. Olive oil
¾ tsp. salt
½ tsp. Black pepper
1 1 ¼ - lb fresh skinless salmon fillet, cut into 4 portions
2 lemons
1 lb asparagus, trimmed
4 fresh dill sprigs
¼ cup chopped fresh dill
A quick and simple Dill Sauce for Salmon Recipe:
½ cup of Sour Cream
2 tbsp. of finely chopped fresh or dried Dill (fresh is preferred)
1 teaspoon of finely chopped Chives (fresh is preferred)
1 teaspoon of Lemon juice
Salt and Pepper to taste.
Instructions
INSTRUCTIONS:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the asparagus on it
Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper
Place the salmon filets on top of the asparagus with lemon slices
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon and asparagus
Roast in preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until salmon is cooked through
Dill Sauce:
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Garnish with small Dill sprigs, serve immediately or chill before serving. Serve with fresh Salmon or other types of fish that you prefer. This sauce should be served cold or at room temperature
