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Seared spiced salmon served with cheesy asparagus and roasted garlic herb potatoes on a white plate

Spiced Salmon with Cheesy Asparagus & Garlic Herb Potatoes

A cozy, flavor-packed salmon dinner featuring smoky spiced salmon fillets, cheesy baked asparagus, and crispy garlic herb potatoes.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Lemon wedges for serving
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or parmesan
  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss baby potatoes with oil, garlic powder, herbs, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25–30 minutes.
  2. Mix paprika, garlic powder, cumin, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Rub over salmon. Sear in skillet for 3–4 minutes per side. Add lemon juice.
  3. Place asparagus on tray, drizzle with oil, sprinkle with seasoning. Roast for 10–12 minutes. Add cheese and broil for 1–2 minutes.
  4. Plate with salmon, cheesy asparagus, and potatoes. Garnish with lemon and parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Swap salmon with cod or trout for variety.
  • Use dairy-free cheese to make it lactose-friendly.
  • To make it low-carb, replace potatoes with roasted cauliflower.
  • Double the spice mix and store for next time.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting and Searing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (salmon + veggies)
  • Calories: 540
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 590mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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