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Healthy Diabetes-Friendly Sheet Pan Salmon Recipe with Roasted Asparagus and Lemon for Easy Meal Prep

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A quick and easy sheet pan salmon recipe with roasted asparagus and lemon, perfect for a healthy, diabetes-friendly meal that is flavorful and fuss-free.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each, skin-on preferred)
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
  • 1 large lemon, thinly sliced (plus extra wedges for serving)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Sea salt to taste (preferably flaky)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, a small handful chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line your baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Rinse and trim about 1 bunch of fresh asparagus by snapping off the woody ends. Place asparagus in a mixing bowl, drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, sprinkle with ½ teaspoon sea salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper, then toss well to coat evenly.
  3. Arrange asparagus on one side of the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  4. Pat 4 salmon fillets dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon olive oil with garlic powder (1 teaspoon), smoked paprika (½ teaspoon), salt (½ teaspoon), and pepper (¼ teaspoon).
  5. Brush the seasoning mixture evenly over the salmon fillets, coating both sides gently but thoroughly.
  6. Place the salmon skin-side down on the empty side of the baking sheet, leaving space between fillets for air circulation.
  7. Top each fillet with two thin lemon slices.
  8. Roast in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, until asparagus is tender with slightly crispy tips and salmon flakes easily but remains moist.
  9. If desired, cook 2-3 minutes longer for more doneness but avoid drying out the salmon.
  10. Remove from oven, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over everything if using, and serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before seasoning to ensure crispy skin. Do not overcrowd the pan for even roasting. Thinly slice lemon to infuse flavor during roasting. If oven runs hot, reduce temperature to 375°F and roast longer. Leftovers keep well for up to 3 days refrigerated and reheat gently to avoid drying.

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Keywords: salmon, sheet pan dinner, diabetes-friendly, healthy, roasted asparagus, lemon, easy meal prep, low-carb, gluten-free

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