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Toaster Oven Lemon Herb Roasted Salmon with Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes

Flaky, herb-crusted salmon fillets roasted alongside tender asparagus and burst cherry tomatoes — a complete, colorful dinner made entirely in your toaster oven in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salmon & Vegetables
  • 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each, skin-on or skinless) about 1 inch thick
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus woody ends snapped off
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper divided
Lemon Herb Topping
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill finely chopped, or 1 tsp dried
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest from about 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
For Serving
  • 1 lemon sliced into rounds, for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley extra, for garnish

Method
 

Prep
  1. Preheat your toaster oven to 400°F (200°C) on the Bake setting. Line the toaster oven baking pan with aluminum foil and lightly grease with olive oil or cooking spray.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the parsley, dill, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil until combined. Set the lemon herb paste aside.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels — this helps the herb topping adhere and promotes a nice crust. Place them in the center of the prepared pan.
  4. Spread the lemon herb paste evenly over the top of each salmon fillet, pressing gently so it sticks.
Arrange & Roast
  1. Toss the asparagus spears with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Arrange them in a single layer on one side of the pan around the salmon.
  2. Toss the halved cherry tomatoes with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Scatter them on the other side of the pan and tuck a few lemon rounds between the vegetables.
  3. Roast in the preheated toaster oven for 14–18 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fillets. The salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork at its thickest point and reaches an internal temperature of 125°F for medium or 145°F for well done. The asparagus should be tender with lightly browned tips and the tomatoes should be blistered and juicy.
  4. Remove the pan from the toaster oven carefully and let the salmon rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Serve
  1. Plate each salmon fillet with a generous portion of roasted asparagus and a spoonful of the burst cherry tomatoes and their juices spooned over the top. Garnish with extra fresh parsley and an additional squeeze of lemon juice. Serve immediately.

Notes

**Thickness matters:** A 1-inch thick salmon fillet will take about 16–18 minutes at 400°F. Thinner fillets (around 3/4 inch) may be done in 12–14 minutes, so check early to avoid overcooking.
**Skin-on vs. skinless:** Either works beautifully here. If using skin-on fillets, place them skin-side down on the pan. The skin will protect the bottom of the fish and keep it moist.
**Asparagus thickness:** Thin asparagus spears will cook faster than thick ones. If your spears are very thick, give them a 3-minute head start in the toaster oven before adding the salmon.
**Dairy-free & gluten-free:** This recipe is naturally free of both dairy and gluten as written.
**Make it a full meal:** Serve over a bed of couscous, rice, or quinoa to soak up the delicious roasted tomato juices.
**Storage:** Leftovers keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the toaster oven at 275°F for 8–10 minutes to avoid drying out the salmon.

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