Sheet Pan Salmon with Roasted Vegetables
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Sheet Pan Salmon is a simple, healthy, and delicious one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring juicy, flaky salmon fillets baked alongside roasted asparagus and cherry tomatoes, this dish is packed with flavor and nutrition. A drizzle of garlic butter sauce and a squeeze of fresh lemon make this meal extra tasty, while keeping everything light and fresh.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
✔️ One-Pan Meal – Minimal cleanup for an easy dinner! ✔️ Healthy & Nutritious – Packed with omega-3s, protein, and fiber. ✔️ Full of Flavor – Buttery, garlicky, and citrusy goodness. ✔️ Perfect for Meal Prep – Stays fresh and reheats beautifully. |
Ingredients: (Serves 2-3)
For the Salmon:
2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp dried thyme or oregano
1 tbsp butter, melted
Lemon slices (for garnish)
For the Vegetables:
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Prepare the salmon: Place salmon fillets on the baking sheet. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and dried thyme. Brush this mixture over the salmon.
3️⃣ Prepare the veggies: In a bowl, toss asparagus and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange them around the salmon on the baking sheet.
4️⃣ Bake the salmon: Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
5️⃣ Drizzle with butter: Remove from the oven, drizzle melted butter over the salmon, and garnish with fresh lemon slices and herbs.
6️⃣ Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes!
For the Salmon:
2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp dried thyme or oregano
1 tbsp butter, melted
Lemon slices (for garnish)
For the Vegetables:
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Prepare the salmon: Place salmon fillets on the baking sheet. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and dried thyme. Brush this mixture over the salmon.
3️⃣ Prepare the veggies: In a bowl, toss asparagus and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange them around the salmon on the baking sheet.
4️⃣ Bake the salmon: Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
5️⃣ Drizzle with butter: Remove from the oven, drizzle melted butter over the salmon, and garnish with fresh lemon slices and herbs.
6️⃣ Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes!
Variations & Add-Ons:
🌶️ Spicy Honey Glazed Salmon – Add ½ tbsp honey and red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix.
🍁 Maple Dijon Salmon – Replace lemon juice with maple syrup and Dijon mustard for a sweet-savory twist.
🥕 Extra Veggies – Add zucchini, bell peppers, or sliced carrots for variety.
🧄 Parmesan Crust – Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the salmon before baking for extra flavor.
Serving Suggestions:
🍚 With Rice or Quinoa: Serve with cooked brown rice, jasmine rice, or quinoa for a wholesome meal.
🥗 With a Side Salad: Pair with a Caesar salad, Greek salad, or arugula salad.
🥔 With Mashed Potatoes: Creamy garlic mashed potatoes make the perfect side.
Tips for the Best Sheet Pan Salmon:
✔️ Use fresh salmon – If using frozen, thaw completely before baking.
✔️ Don’t overbake – Salmon cooks quickly; check for doneness at 12 minutes.
✔️ Roast at high heat (400°F/200°C) – This helps caramelize the edges.
✔️ Add lemon slices on top of the salmon for extra moisture and flavor.
🌶️ Spicy Honey Glazed Salmon – Add ½ tbsp honey and red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix.
🍁 Maple Dijon Salmon – Replace lemon juice with maple syrup and Dijon mustard for a sweet-savory twist.
🥕 Extra Veggies – Add zucchini, bell peppers, or sliced carrots for variety.
🧄 Parmesan Crust – Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the salmon before baking for extra flavor.
Serving Suggestions:
🍚 With Rice or Quinoa: Serve with cooked brown rice, jasmine rice, or quinoa for a wholesome meal.
🥗 With a Side Salad: Pair with a Caesar salad, Greek salad, or arugula salad.
🥔 With Mashed Potatoes: Creamy garlic mashed potatoes make the perfect side.
Tips for the Best Sheet Pan Salmon:
✔️ Use fresh salmon – If using frozen, thaw completely before baking.
✔️ Don’t overbake – Salmon cooks quickly; check for doneness at 12 minutes.
✔️ Roast at high heat (400°F/200°C) – This helps caramelize the edges.
✔️ Add lemon slices on top of the salmon for extra moisture and flavor.