A bright Pacific Northwest-leaning salmon dinner with crisp-edged roasted sweet potatoes, lemony asparagus, and a fresh dill finish. It feels spring-appropriate for Washington in mid-March and keeps the plate colorful with coral salmon, vivid green asparagus, and orange sweet potato.
Details
Ingredients
- Alaska Sockeye Salmon Fillet 2 salmon portions, about 10-12 oz total 16.05
- Organic Green Asparagus 1 bunch 5.54
- Organic Orange Sweet Potato 1 large sweet potato, about 12 oz 2.54
- Lemon 1 lemon 0.99
- Organic Dill Bunch 2 tablespoons chopped, plus extra fronds for garnish 2.49
- Organic Garlic, 3 CT 2 cloves, minced 2.89
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425Β°F. Line a sheet pan or large baking dish with parchment or lightly oil it. Pat 2 salmon portions, about 10 to 12 ounces total, dry and let them sit at room temperature while you prep the vegetables.
- Peel 1 large organic orange sweet potato, about 12 ounces, and cut it into 3/4-inch cubes so it roasts quickly and evenly. Trim 1 bunch organic green asparagus and cut any very thick spears in half lengthwise.
- On one side of the sheet pan, toss the cubed sweet potato with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Spread the pieces so they are not crowded. Roast the sweet potato for 15 minutes.
- While the sweet potato starts, mince 2 garlic cloves, finely chop 2 tablespoons organic dill, and zest half of 1 lemon. Slice the lemon into wedges, keeping half for squeezing later.
- In a small bowl, mix the minced 2 garlic cloves, chopped 2 tablespoons dill, lemon zest from half the lemon, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and a few grinds of black pepper.
- After the sweet potato has roasted 15 minutes, add the trimmed asparagus to the empty side of the pan. Toss the asparagus with 1 teaspoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and a squeeze from 1 lemon wedge. Push the asparagus into an even layer.
- Set the 2 salmon portions in the center of the pan or on top of a clear section of the tray. Rub the salmon with the dill-garlic mixture. Roast everything for 10 to 12 minutes more, until the salmon flakes at the center and the asparagus is tender-crisp. If needed, give the sweet potatoes an extra 2 to 3 minutes after removing the salmon.
- Taste and finish the vegetables with another squeeze of lemon. Plate by spooning the roasted sweet potato slightly off-center, leaning the salmon against it, and laying the asparagus alongside for height. Scatter extra dill fronds over the salmon and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Cook time: 35 minutes
Estimated cost: $14-18
Health notes: Approximately 620 calories per serving. About 40g protein, 28g fat, 48g carbohydrates, 7g fiber. Rich in omega-3 fats, vitamin A, and vitamin C.
Drink pairing: A crisp Sauvignon Blanc is the easiest match here, highlighting the lemon and dill while cutting through the salmonβs richness. Pinot Noir also works well if you prefer red, especially with the roasted sweet potato notes.