Description
A quick, fresh, and flavorful one-pan dinner featuring juicy salmon fillets infused with zesty lemon and fragrant herbs. This Lemon Herb Sheet Pan Salmon recipe is easy to prepare, cooks in under 30 minutes, and offers a healthy, satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 skin-on salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon (juice and zest)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Vegetables
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). This temperature is ideal for gently roasting the salmon while allowing the herbs and lemon to infuse without drying out the fillets.
- Prepare the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chopped fresh herbs like dill, parsley, and thyme. This simple marinade creates a fresh, flavorful coating for the salmon.
- Arrange Salmon on the Sheet Pan: Place your salmon fillets skin-side down on a lined sheet pan. If you’re including vegetables like asparagus or cherry tomatoes, spread them around the salmon for even cooking.
- Coat the Salmon and Veggies: Brush the herb and lemon mixture generously over the salmon and vegetables, making sure everything is evenly coated to absorb all that zesty, herbal goodness.
- Roast in the Oven: Put the sheet pan in the oven and roast for about 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender but still vibrant.
- Add Lemon Zest and Serve: Once out of the oven, sprinkle some fresh lemon zest on top for an added burst of aroma and zing before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs to maximize flavor.
- Do not overcook the salmon to keep it moist and flaky.
- Skin-on salmon helps lock in moisture and adds texture.
- Line your pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Allow the salmon to rest a couple of minutes after baking for juicier results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with vegetables
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg