Dinner
Roasted Salmon with Parmesan Asparagus
Recipe by Ninja Test Kitchen
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- 2 tablespoons Montreal Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 4 frozen salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
- 2 pounds asparagus, ends trimmed
- kosher salt, as desired
- ground black pepper, as desired
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
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Step 1
In one basket, insert a crisper plate in the upper position. In the other basket, insert a crisper plate in the bottom of the basket.
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Step 2
In a small bowl, combine Montreal seasoning and brown sugar. Evenly coat the salmon fillets with 1 tablespoon oil and the prepared seasoning, then place fillets skin side down in the basket with the crisper plate in the upper position. Insert basket in Zone 1.
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Step 3
In a large bowl, toss asparagus with remaining 1 tablespoon oil, salt, and pepper, then place in other basket. Insert basket in Zone 2.
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Step 4
Select Zone 1, then use the dial to select ROAST, set temperature to 375°F, and set time to 30 minutes. Select Zone 2, then use the dial to select AIR FRY, set temperature to 390°F, and set time to 19 minutes. Select SMART FINISH, then press START/PAUSE to begin cooking (Zone 2 will read HOLD until it’s time to start cooking).
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Step 5
When the time reaches 7 minutes, remove Zone 2 basket and shake in a back-and-forth motion to toss asparagus. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese over the asparagus and toss lightly to combine. Reinsert basket to continue cooking.
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Step 6
When cooking is complete, transfer salmon and asparagus to a serving plate. Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese over the asparagus and serve.
