Lemon Herb Baked Salmon with Roasted Asparagus and Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Step 1: Prepare the Baking Sheet

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Make the Herb Mixture

In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped dill, thyme leaves, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/4 cup parsley (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons dill (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Step 3: Prepare the Salmon

Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and brush them with the herb mixture. Top each fillet with a couple of lemon slices.

• 4 salmon fillets
• 1 lemon, sliced

Step 4: Roast the Salmon and Asparagus

Arrange the trimmed asparagus on the baking sheet alongside the salmon. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the asparagus is tender.

• 1 lb asparagus, trimmed

Step 5: Prepare the Garlic Mashed Potatoes

While the salmon is baking, boil the diced potatoes in a pot of salted water until fork-tender. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, milk, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to the pot with the potatoes. Mash the potatoes until creamy and well combined.

• 1 lb potatoes, diced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Step 6: Serve

Serve the Lemon Herb Baked Salmon with the roasted asparagus and garlic mashed potatoes. Enjoy!