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Slow-Baked Salmon with Asparagus, Olives & Lemon Butter

A delicate, nutrient-rich dinner featuring silky slow-baked salmon paired with tender asparagus and briny Kalamata olives, finished with a zesty lemon butter.

Slow-Baked Salmon with Asparagus, Olives & Lemon Butter

Instructions

1
Preheat Oven
preheating

Preheat the oven to 160°C to ensure a gentle, slow baking process that keeps the salmon tender.

💡 Use an oven thermometer to confirm the exact temperature, as slow baking relies on precision.
2
Prepare Salmon and Asparagus
preparation

Place salmon fillets in the center of a large baking tray. Arrange asparagus spears around the salmon and scatter halved olives over everything. Drizzle olive oil evenly over the asparagus and season all components with salt and pepper.

💡 Snap off the woody ends of asparagus by bending near the base; they’ll naturally break at the right spot.
3
Bake Salmon and Asparagus
baking

Bake at 160°C for 22-25 minutes, until the salmon is silky and just opaque in the center, and the asparagus is tender but still vibrant green.

💡 Check the salmon at 22 minutes by gently pressing the center; it should feel slightly soft for a tender result.
4
Prepare Lemon Butter
sautéing

While the salmon rests for 2 minutes after baking, melt butter in a small pan over low heat. Add lemon zest and juice, swirling for 30 seconds until fragrant and combined.

💡 Use a microplane for zesting to avoid bitter pith and get a fine texture that blends smoothly into the butter.
5
Final Assembly
plating

Transfer salmon, asparagus, and olives to plates. Spoon the warm lemon butter over the salmon and garnish with fresh dill sprigs for a bright finish.

💡 Serve immediately to enjoy the lemon butter at its warmest and most aromatic.
Prep Time
10 Min
Cook Time
25 Min
Per Serving
712kcal
Protein25%
Carbs2%
Fat73%
Glycemic Load
1.8 (Low)
Nutrition Information
PreparedRaw ingredients
Energy712 kcal· 36%
Protein39 g· 78%
Carbohydrates3 g· 1%
Carbs (absorbed)2.5 g· 1%
Dietary Fiber0.50 g· 2%
Fat49.5 g· 71%
Saturated Fat13 g· 65%
Monounsaturated Fat27 g· 108%
Polyunsaturated Fat7 g· 64%
Trans Fat0.75 g· 38%
Cholesterol105 mg· 35%
Sodium710 mg· 36%
Potassium670 mg· 19%
Calcium70 mg· 7%
Magnesium39 mg· 10%
Phosphorus390 mg· 56%
Iron1.2 mg· 9%
Zinc1.6 mg· 16%
Copper0.12 mg· 12%
Selenium39 µg· 71%
Iodine0.03 µg· 0%
Vitamin C7 mg· 9%
Vitamin A120 µg· 15%
Vitamin D20 µg· 100%
Vitamin E4.5 mg· 38%
Vitamin K60 µg· 80%
Vitamin B10.30 mg· 27%
Vitamin B20.40 mg· 29%
Vitamin B60.60 mg· 43%
Vitamin B123 µg· 120%
Folate80 µg· 40%
Niacin7 mg· 44%
Biotin6 µg· 12%
Pantothenic Acid1.2 mg· 20%
Salt Equivalent1.8 g· 30%

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