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Easy Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Salmon Recipe with Roasted Veggies for Perfect Dinners

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A quick and easy sheet pan recipe featuring lemon herb salmon and roasted vegetables, perfect for busy weeknight dinners with minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets (6 oz / 170 g each), fresh or thawed
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 small red onion, sliced
  • Optional: 1 cup baby potatoes, halved and parboiled
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional spices: pinch of smoked paprika or red chili flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dill, salt, and pepper to make the herb lemon dressing. Set aside.
  3. Wash and chop zucchini, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and baby potatoes if using. Toss them in a medium bowl with about 2 tablespoons of the herb lemon dressing until evenly coated.
  4. Spread the veggies in a single layer on one side of a rimmed sheet pan (12×17 inches).
  5. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin-side down on the other half of the sheet pan.
  6. Brush the remaining herb lemon dressing generously over the salmon fillets.
  7. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork and veggies are tender with caramelized edges.
  8. Check doneness with an instant-read thermometer; salmon should reach 145°F (63°C) in the thickest part.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes. Squeeze an extra wedge of lemon over everything and garnish with fresh herb sprigs if desired.
  10. If veggies finish before salmon, remove them and continue roasting salmon for a few more minutes.

Notes

Pat salmon dry to ensure crispy skin. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Use fresh herbs for best flavor. If veggies roast faster than salmon, remove them early. Let salmon rest after roasting for tender, juicy bites. Use wild-caught salmon for better flavor if possible. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days; reheat gently in a low oven.

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