Sheet Pan Salmon and Veggies Bowl (Print-Friendly)

Vibrant one-pan meal with tender salmon and roasted seasonal vegetables

# What You'll Need:

→ Fish

01 - 4 skinless salmon fillets, 5-6 oz each
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
04 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
06 - 2 medium carrots, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
07 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
08 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
09 - 1 small zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch half-moons
10 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Garnish and Serving

14 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
15 - Lemon wedges for serving

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
02 - In a large bowl, combine red onion, carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly and spread vegetables in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan.
03 - Place sheet pan in preheated oven and roast vegetables for 10 minutes.
04 - While vegetables roast, pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
05 - Remove sheet pan from oven after 10 minutes. Create space among vegetables and nestle salmon fillets into pan.
06 - Return pan to oven and roast for 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and vegetables are tender and caramelized.
07 - Remove from oven, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-Pan Simplicity: Spend less time at the sink and more time enjoying your meal.
  • Nutrient-Dense: Packed with high-quality protein, healthy fats, and a rainbow of fiber-rich vegetables.
  • Quick Preparation: Ready to serve in just 40 minutes, making it perfect for busy schedules.
  • Dietary Friendly: Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and low in carbohydrates.
02 -
  • Cut your carrots into thin rounds to ensure they cook through at the same rate as the quicker-cooking peppers and zucchini.
  • Don't overcrowd the sheet pan; if the vegetables are too crowded, they will steam instead of roast. Use a second pan if necessary.
  • Use fresh lemon zest rather than bottled juice for the salmon seasoning to get the most vibrant aroma.
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