Name: Garlic Butter-Roasted Salmon with Potatoes & Asparagus
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 pound baby Yukon Gold potatoes, halved; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 0.75 teaspoon salt, divided; 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper, divided; 12 ounces asparagus, trimmed; 2 tablespoons melted butter; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1.25 pounds salmon fillet, skinned and cut into 4 portions; Chopped parsley for garnish

Active Time:

10 mins

Additional Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Nut-Free Soy-Free Egg-Free Gluten-Free

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Nutrition Notes

What Health Benefits Does Salmon Have?

Salmon is a great protein-packed nutrition powerhouse. Eating it will give you omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, potassium, selenium and the antioxidant astaxanthin. The omega-3s alone have been connected to reduced inflammation and lower blood pressure, as well as lowering the risk of certain cancers. If you choose sockeye salmon, you'll also get more vitamin D than other types of salmon. Vitamin D is not found naturally in very many foods.

Is Asparagus Healthy?

Asparagus has some impressive health benefits. It contains many essential nutrients, including vitamin K, folate, vitamin C, fiber and potassium. Regularly eating asparagus may help lower blood pressure, reduce cancer risk and fight cognitive decline. Asparagus also acts as a natural diuretic, so despite it causing that distinctive stinky pee smell, it may help release any extra fluid your body is holding onto.

Tips from the Test Kitchen

What Type of Potatoes Can I Use?

We call for baby Yukon Gold potatoes that have a nice creamy, yellow flesh. Baby potatoes are nice for roasting since their size is mostly uniform, and all you have to do is slice them in half. Other potatoes to try are baby red potatoes or fingerling potatoes that are halved lengthwise.

overhead view of chopped roasted potatoes on a sheet-pan — Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Lydia Pursell

How Do I Know When Salmon Is Done?

If you have an instant-read thermometer, insert it into the thickest part of the salmon until it registers 145°F. It's best to use an instant-read thermometer to check for internal doneness, but there are a couple of cues to look for if you don't have one. Salmon is cooked when it turns opaque all the way through and flakes easily with a fork.

Recipe Variations to Try

We drizzle the salmon with a mixture of melted butter, lemon juice and garlic for the recipe. It's simple and allows the flavors of the salmon, potatoes and asparagus to shine. Feel free to add your favorite spices, such as smoked paprika, cayenne pepper or cumin. Make your own Easy Salmon Seasoning, All-Purpose Herb Seasoning or Paprika Spice Blend and sprinkle it on the salmon for an extra layer of flavor. Or serve the meal with creamy and tangy sauces like Tzatziki, Dill Mustard Sauce or Creamy Yogurt-Dill Sauce on the side.

Additional reporting by Hilary Meyer, Jan Valdez and Carrie Myers

Ingredients

1 pound baby Yukon Gold potatoes, halved
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
¾ teaspoon salt, divided
½ teaspoon ground pepper, divided
12 ounces asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ¼ pounds salmon fillet, skinned and cut into 4 portions
Chopped parsley for garnish

Directions

Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss potatoes, 1 tablespoon oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper together in a medium bowl. Spread in an even layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast until starting to soften and brown, about 15 minutes.

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margret Monroe Dickey
Meanwhile, toss asparagus with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in the medium bowl. Combine butter, lemon juice, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl.

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margret Monroe Dickey
Sprinkle salmon with the remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt. Move the potatoes to one side of the pan. Place the salmon in the center of the pan; drizzle with the butter mixture. Spread the asparagus on the empty side of the pan. Roast until the salmon is just cooked through and the vegetables are tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Garnish with parsley.

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Lydia Pursell

Equipment

Large rimmed baking sheet

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, May 2020

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

522	Calories
32g	Fat
26g	Carbs
34g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 piece salmon, 4 potatoes & 3 oz. asparagus
Calories 522
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 26g	9%
Dietary Fiber 4g	13%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 34g	68%
Total Fat 32g	41%
Saturated Fat 9g	45%
Cholesterol 93mg	31%
Vitamin A 1515IU	30%
Vitamin C 22mg	25%
Folate 211mcg	53%
Sodium 396mg	17%
Calcium 58mg	4%
Iron 3mg	14%
Magnesium 80mg	19%
Potassium 1239mg	26%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.