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Spiced Salmon with Citrus-Roasted Asparagus

2023-10-26 - Written by: Amelia Thyme

Spiced Salmon with Citrus-Roasted Asparagus

A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring pan-seared salmon with a tantalizing spice rub and roasted asparagus tossed in a tangy citrus glaze.

Ingredients:

  • 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
  3. Place the salmon fillets on a separate baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through and flaky.
  4. While the salmon is baking, toss the asparagus spears with lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Roast the asparagus alongside the salmon for the last 8-10 minutes of cooking time, or until tender-crisp.

Serve the salmon immediately over roasted asparagus.