Sheet Pan Lemon Thyme Roasted Sea Bass & Asparagus
Sheet Pan Lemon Thyme Roasted Sea Bass & Asparagus is a delightful, healthy dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into a gourmet experience. Featuring tender sea bass paired with vibrant asparagus, all infused with zesty lemon and aromatic thyme, this recipe is both simple and elegant. Perfect for busy evenings or special gatherings, it requires minimal prep and cleanup while delivering maximum flavor and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sea bass fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 bunch of fresh asparagus (approximately 12 oz)
- 1 large lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (chopped)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse the asparagus under cold water, trim the woody ends, and place on one side of the baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper; toss gently.
- Pat the sea bass fillets dry. In a bowl, mix lemon juice, lemon zest, thyme, salt, and pepper. Brush this mixture over the fillets.
- Place seasoned sea bass next to asparagus on the baking sheet. Squeeze additional lemon juice over everything if desired.
- Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender yet crisp.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra thyme leaves or lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sea bass fillet with asparagus (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute sea bass with salmon or chicken based on availability. Experiment with different herbs such as dill or rosemary for varied flavors. Add cherry tomatoes for an extra burst of color and taste.