This Sheet Pan Salmon recipe is the perfect solution for busy weeknights when you want something healthy, flavorful, and easy to prepare. With tender salmon fillets, fresh vegetables, and a bright lemon garlic marinade, everything cooks together on one pan for maximum flavor and minimal cleanup.
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🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or dill (for garnish)
👩🍳 Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the Vegetables
- Toss broccoli, bell pepper, and zucchini with 1½ tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread evenly on the sheet pan.
Season the Salmon
- Place salmon fillets on the pan, skin-side down.
- Mix remaining olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, zest, paprika, and oregano.
- Brush generously over the salmon.
🔪 Tip: Pat salmon dry before seasoning for better texture and flavor absorption.
Bake
- Roast for 15–18 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Serve
- Garnish with fresh herbs and extra lemon wedges. Serve immediately.
🔥 Food Safety Note
Salmon should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Always use a food thermometer to ensure doneness.
🌱 Optional Variations
- Swap vegetables with asparagus or green beans.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Use butter instead of olive oil for richer flavor.
🥗 Nutrition Facts (per serving, approx.)
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 36g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fat: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sodium: 390mg
How to Make Sheet Pan Salmon (Step-by-Step)
This step-by-step visual guide shows how to prepare sheet pan salmon from start to finish from seasoning the salmon and vegetables to roasting everything perfectly on one pan for an easy, healthy weeknight dinner.
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