A bright Pacific Northwest dinner that leans into Washington’s March asparagus season and a great seafood value buy. Crisp-tender roasted asparagus and buttery potatoes make this feel restaurant-worthy without pushing past a weeknight timeline.
Details
Ingredients
- Fresh Farm Raised Atlantic Salmon Whole Fillet 1 lb $9.99/lb sale
- Green Asparagus 1 lb $1.99/lb sale
- Yukon Gold Potatoes 1 lb $1.29/lb
- Fresh Organic Lemon 1 lemon $1.29 each
- Garlic 2 cloves $0.69 each
- Parsley 2 tablespoons chopped $1.29 each
- Jumbo Yellow Onion 1/2 medium $0.99/lb
Instructions
- Prep the oven to 425°F. Halve or quarter 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes ($1.29/lb), trim 1 pound green asparagus ($1.99/lb sale), mince 2 garlic cloves from 1 garlic bulb ($0.69 each), thinly slice 1/2 medium jumbo yellow onion ($0.99/lb), chop 2 tablespoons parsley from 1 bunch ($1.29 each), and zest and juice 1 organic lemon ($1.29 each).
- Toss the 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 of the minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Spread on a sheet pan and roast for 15 minutes.
- Pat dry 1 pound Atlantic salmon fillet ($9.99/lb sale). Rub with 2 teaspoons olive oil, the remaining minced garlic, half the lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- After the potatoes have roasted 15 minutes, add the 1 pound asparagus and sliced 1/2 onion to the pan. Toss the vegetables with 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of pepper. Push them to the sides and place the 1 pound salmon in the center or on a second pan.
- Roast the salmon, asparagus, onion, and potatoes for 10 to 12 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily and the asparagus is tender-crisp.
- Mix the chopped 2 tablespoons parsley with 1 tablespoon lemon juice and the remaining lemon zest. Spoon over the salmon and vegetables. Serve the roasted salmon with the asparagus and potatoes alongside.
Cook time: 35 minutes
Estimated cost: $15-19
Health notes: About 620-700 calories per serving. High in protein and omega-3 fats; asparagus adds folate and fiber, and potatoes provide satisfying complex carbs. Keep oil moderate and finish with lemon instead of extra butter for a lighter plate.
Drink pairing: Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Gris. The grassy snap of Sauvignon Blanc loves asparagus and lemony fish, while Pinot Gris is a softer, fruitier match for the salmon’s richness.