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Quick Lemon Herb Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner

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A fast, flavorful, and healthy sheet pan dinner featuring wild-caught salmon roasted with lemon, fresh herbs, and vegetables. Ready in about 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets, skin on, about 6 ounces (170g) each
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups baby potatoes, halved
  • 1 pound (450g) asparagus spears, trimmed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • Optional garnish: fresh dill or extra lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss 2 cups halved baby potatoes, 1 pound asparagus spears trimmed to similar length as salmon, and 1 cup cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Roast the veggies in the oven for 10 minutes to jump-start the potatoes.
  4. While the veggies roast, combine 3 tablespoons olive oil, lemon zest and juice, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Stir to combine.
  5. Pat dry the salmon fillets with a paper towel. Brush the lemon herb mixture generously over the salmon and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  6. After the veggies have roasted 10 minutes, push them to the sides of the baking sheet to make room in the center. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the center. Drizzle any leftover lemon herb mixture over the veggies.
  7. Return the sheet pan to the oven and roast everything together for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and veggies are tender and lightly caramelized.
  8. Remove the pan from the oven and let rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh dill or lemon wedges if desired and serve directly from the pan.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure even cooking and caramelization. Use room temperature salmon for even cooking. Pat salmon dry before seasoning to achieve a better crust. Start checking salmon doneness at 12 minutes to avoid overcooking. Leftover salmon can be gently reheated or eaten cold in salads. Variations include swapping potatoes for extra veggies for a low-carb version or adding red pepper flakes for heat.

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