Save A vibrant healthy sheet pan meal featuring tender salmon fillets crispy roasted potatoes and fresh seasonal vegetables all infused with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs
I first made this lemon herb salmon & potato sheet pan dinner on a busy weeknight and was amazed by how fast the whole meal came together It is now a family staple when we crave something nutritious and easy
Ingredients
- Salmon fillets: 4 pieces about 150 g each skin-on or off as preferred
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons for marinade plus 2 tablespoons for vegetables
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed
- Lemon zest: 1 teaspoon finely grated
- Garlic: 2 cloves minced
- Fresh parsley: 1 tablespoon chopped
- Fresh dill: 1 tablespoon chopped or 1 teaspoon dried
- Fresh thyme: 1 teaspoon leaves or ½ teaspoon dried
- Salt: 1 teaspoon divided use
- Black pepper: ¼ teaspoon freshly ground plus extra for vegetables
- Baby potatoes: 500 g halved
- Red onion: 1 cut into wedges
- Red bell pepper: 1 sliced
- Green beans: 200 g trimmed
- Lemon wedges: to serve
- Extra fresh herbs: chopped optional for garnish
Instructions
- Prep oven & potatoes:
- Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F) Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly oil it Toss halved baby potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil ¼ teaspoon salt and ⅛ teaspoon pepper Spread evenly on the pan and roast for 15 minutes
- Make marinade:
- In a small bowl mix olive oil lemon juice zest garlic parsley dill thyme salt and pepper Pat salmon fillets dry and coat with marinade
- Add veggies:
- After potatoes roast 15 minutes add red onion bell pepper and green beans to pan Drizzle with remaining olive oil salt and pepper toss to combine
- Arrange salmon:
- Nestle marinated salmon fillets among vegetables skin-side down if liked
- Roast everything:
- Bake 12–15 minutes until salmon is just cooked through and vegetables are tender
- Optional crisp:
- Broil for 2 minutes for a crispier finish on salmon and potatoes
- Serve:
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges and extra herbs if desired
Save Sheet pan meals make weeknight dinners with family so much easier We love gathering around this colorful healthy dinner and letting everyone dig in
Swaps & Add-Ons
Try sweet potatoes or zucchini in place of baby potatoes or mix in extra vegetables depending on season Basil or tarragon can replace dill for a new herbal twist
Serving Suggestions
This sheet pan dinner is delicious with a chilled Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio For extra crunch sprinkle with toasted pine nuts just before serving
Kitchen Tips & Tools
Use a good quality large sheet pan for even roasting A parchment lined pan makes cleanup easier A sharp chefs knife and sturdy cutting board make prepping the vegetables quick
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Recipe FAQs
- → How do I ensure the salmon stays moist while cooking?
Marinate the salmon with olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs before baking, and avoid overcooking by roasting just until opaque and flaky.
- → Can I substitute the baby potatoes with other vegetables?
Yes, sweet potatoes or zucchini work well as alternatives and add different textures and flavors.
- → What herbs work best with lemon and salmon?
Parsley, dill, and thyme complement salmon wonderfully, offering fresh, aromatic notes that enhance the citrus.
- → Is it better to cook salmon skin-on or off in this dish?
Cooking skin-on helps keep the fillets moist and crispy when broiled; however, skin-off is suitable if preferred.
- → How can I make the potatoes crispier?
Broil the potatoes for 2 minutes after baking to achieve a golden, crispy finish.