Easy Lemon Herb Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner
A quick and healthy sheet pan dinner featuring tender salmon fillets roasted with fresh lemon, herbs, and a medley of vegetables for a flavorful, no-fuss meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-22 minutes
- Total Time: 30-32 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets, skin-on, about 6 oz each
- 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and flaky sea salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup asparagus spears, trimmed
- 1 cup baby potatoes, halved
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed 12×17 inch sheet pan with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on the edges of the sheet pan and roast for 10 minutes.
- Toss the asparagus and cherry tomatoes with the remaining olive oil, a pinch of salt, pepper, and half of the minced garlic. Spread them around the potatoes on the sheet pan and roast for another 8-10 minutes.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped parsley, thyme, remaining garlic, salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon olive oil.
- Push the vegetables to the sides of the sheet pan and nestle the salmon fillets in the center, skin side down. Spoon the lemon herb mixture evenly over each fillet.
- Return the sheet pan to the oven and roast for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender and caramelized.
- Remove from oven and let rest for a couple of minutes. Drizzle with extra lemon juice if desired and serve with the roasted vegetables.
Notes
Dry the salmon well before seasoning for a crisp exterior. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even roasting and crispy edges. If potatoes are not tender, parboil or give them a 5-minute head start. Fresh herbs are preferred but dried can be used at half quantity. Optional: sprinkle panko breadcrumbs mixed with herbs on salmon for extra texture. This recipe is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free. For nut allergies, avoid adding nuts or seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 32
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