Description
Lemon Brown Butter Salmon and Potatoes with Parmesan Asparagus is a delightful one-pan meal that brings together tender salmon, crispy roasted potatoes, and vibrant asparagus, all enhanced by the rich flavor of brown butter and zesty lemon. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering a nutritious and satisfying dinner that everyone will love. The freshness of herbs like arugula, basil, and dill adds an aromatic touch to every bite. Enjoy the ease of cooking everything on a single baking sheet for minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 1 – 1 1/2 pounds salmon filet
- 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons red apple vinegar
- 1 cup arugula
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly torn
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, roughly torn
- 1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Toss halved baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a large baking sheet.
- Roast the potatoes for about 15 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add salmon filet seasoned with olive oil and cajun seasoning in the center of the pan. Arrange trimmed asparagus around it, sprinkled with parmesan cheese.
- Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the salmon is cooked through.
- Meanwhile, prepare the dressing by whisking lemon juice, lemon zest, red apple vinegar, remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper; then toss with arugula, basil, and dill.
- For the brown butter sauce, melt salted butter in a medium pot over medium heat until browned.
- Serve everything together topped with arugula salad and drizzled brown butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg