Pin it 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.
The first time I made this salmon sheet pan dinner I was truly amazed at how hands-off it was yet the end result tasted like something from a bistro kitchen. The simple marinade works its magic while everything roasts together making a satisfying healthy meal that everyone enjoys.
Ingredients
- Salmon fillets: 4 pieces about 150 g each skin-on or off as preferred
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons divided
- Fresh lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
- Lemon zest: 1 teaspoon
- Garlic: 2 cloves minced
- Fresh parsley: 1 tablespoon chopped
- Fresh dill: 1 tablespoon chopped or 1 teaspoon dried
- Fresh thyme leaves: 1 teaspoon or ½ teaspoon dried
- Salt: ½ teaspoon divided
- Black pepper: ¼ teaspoon divided
- Baby potatoes: 500 g halved
- Red onion: 1 cut into wedges
- Red bell pepper: 1 sliced
- Green beans: 200 g trimmed
- Lemon wedges: for serving
- Extra chopped fresh herbs: optional for garnish
Instructions
- Prep pan:
- Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
- Roast potatoes:
- In a bowl toss halved potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil ¼ teaspoon salt and ⅛ teaspoon pepper. Spread on pan and roast for 15 minutes.
- Marinate salmon:
- Mix olive oil lemon juice lemon zest garlic parsley dill thyme salt and pepper in a bowl. Pat salmon fillets dry and coat with marinade.
- Add vegetables:
- After 15 minutes remove pan from oven. Add red onion bell pepper and green beans. Drizzle with remaining olive oil salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Arrange salmon:
- Nestle marinated salmon fillets among vegetables skin-side down if using.
- Final bake:
- Return pan to oven and bake for 12–15 minutes until salmon is just cooked and vegetables are tender.
- Optional broil:
- Broil for 2 minutes for crisp finish on salmon and potatoes.
- Serve:
- Serve with lemon wedges and extra herbs if desired.
Pin it This is the kind of dinner my whole family requests after a busy day since it feels fancy but is actually super simple to make. Kids love loading their plates with the colorful veggies especially when there are extra lemon wedges for squeezing.
Required Tools
Large sheet pan mixing bowls chefs knife cutting board and parchment paper if desired are all you need for easy prep and cleanup.
Allergen Information
Contains fish (salmon). Double check all packaged items for gluten or dairy if you have strict dietary needs.
Nutritional Information
Each serving is approximately 410 calories with 18 g total fat 28 g carbohydrates and 32 g protein making it light but filling.
Pin it This sheet pan salmon and potato dinner is a cheerful meal that is both nourishing and beautiful. Try it for your next easy family supper and enjoy the fresh flavors.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I prevent the salmon from sticking to the pan?
Line the sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly oil it before placing salmon to help prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- → Can I substitute the baby potatoes?
Yes, sweet potatoes or diced zucchini work well as alternatives for variety and complement the herbs and salmon.
- → What herbs work best in this dish?
Fresh parsley, dill, and thyme provide aromatic flavors, but basil or tarragon can be used for a different herbaceous touch.
- → Is broiling necessary at the end?
No, broiling is optional but it adds a crispy finish to the salmon and potatoes if you prefer a bit of extra texture.
- → What side pairs well with this meal?
A chilled Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio complements the citrus and herb flavors beautifully, balancing the richness.