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Crispy garlic butter salmon served with asparagus and roasted potatoes

Garlic Butter Salmon with Cheesy Asparagus & Roasted Baby Potatoes

A harmonious dish that combines buttery salmon, cheesy asparagus, and roasted baby potatoes, perfect for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 pieces salmon fillets Fresh and vibrant
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Or use pre-minced for faster prep
  • 1 tbsp honey Adjust sweetness to taste
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Freshly squeezed is best
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped For garnish
For the Vegetable Medley
  • 1 lb baby potatoes Choose uniform-sized for even cooking
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed Look for firm stalks
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Substitute with vegan cheese if necessary

Method
 

Roast the Potatoes
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the baby potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast for 30-35 minutes until golden and tender.
Prepare the Asparagus
  1. Arrange the asparagus on another baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Season lightly and bake for 10 minutes. After baking, top with mozzarella cheese and return to the oven until melted and bubbly.
Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
  1. In a small pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic, honey, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and glossy.
Cook the Salmon
  1. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  2. Brush the salmon with garlic butter sauce while cooking.
Assemble and Serve
  1. On a serving plate, arrange the salmon, roasted potatoes, and cheesy asparagus. Spoon remaining garlic butter sauce over the salmon and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

This dish can be stored in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat gently to preserve texture. To elevate flavors, consider adding a splash of white wine to the garlic butter sauce.