Sheet Pan Salmon and Veggies is a healthy and delicious one-pan meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. This simple recipe features tender, flaky salmon fillets paired with a colorful assortment of roasted vegetables, all seasoned to perfection and baked together on a single sheet pan. The vegetables caramelize beautifully while the salmon cooks to juicy perfection, making this dish both nutritious and flavorful. Easy to prepare and clean up, this sheet pan meal is a convenient way to enjoy a balanced dinner with minimal effort.
Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced red and yellow bell peppers, zucchini, red onion wedges, and cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle the vegetables with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and add the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Toss the vegetables to coat them evenly with the oil and seasonings.
- Arrange the Vegetables and Salmon:
- Spread the seasoned vegetables in an even layer on the prepared sheet pan.
- Place the salmon fillets on top of the vegetables.
- Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the salmon fillets and season them with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Arrange lemon slices on top of the salmon and vegetables.
- Bake the Salmon and Vegetables:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Serve:
- Remove the sheet pan from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Transfer the salmon and vegetables to serving plates.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Enjoy your healthy and flavorful Sheet Pan Salmon and Veggies, a perfect meal for any night of the week!
