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Easy Lemon Garlic Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner

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A quick and healthy sheet pan dinner featuring tender salmon fillets roasted with fresh lemon, garlic, and a medley of crisp vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights and adaptable to seasonal veggies.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (skin-on, about 6 ounces or 170 grams each)
  • 1 fresh lemon (zested and juiced)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 bunch asparagus spears (trimmed)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 pound baby potatoes (halved and parboiled)
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Optional: sprinkle of smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Parboil the halved baby potatoes in salted water for 8-10 minutes until just tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, juice and zest of one lemon, minced garlic, a pinch of salt, freshly ground black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes until emulsified.
  4. In a large bowl, toss the parboiled baby potatoes, trimmed asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion with about 2 tablespoons of the lemon garlic marinade until evenly coated. Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan, leaving space for the salmon.
  5. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them skin-side down on the sheet pan alongside the vegetables. Brush the remaining marinade generously over the salmon. Let sit for 5 minutes if time allows.
  6. Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
  7. Remove from oven and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the salmon and vegetables. Add an extra squeeze of lemon if desired.
  8. Serve immediately, plating salmon with roasted vegetables.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before seasoning to ensure crispy skin and prevent steaming. Parboil potatoes to achieve a crispy outside and fluffy inside. Check salmon at 12 minutes to avoid overcooking. Rotate pan halfway through roasting if oven has hot spots. Leftovers keep well for up to 2 days; reheat gently in oven or skillet to maintain moisture.

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