Description

This Easy Lemon Garlic Salmon Sheet Pan recipe offers a delicious, healthy meal that comes together quickly with minimal cleanup. Fresh salmon fillets are marinated in a zesty lemon garlic sauce, then roasted alongside vibrant asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. The sheet pan method ensures the salmon is tender and flaky while the vegetables remain perfectly crisp, creating a flavorful and balanced dinner ideal for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Scale

Salmon and Marinade

4 fillets Salmon (fresh, skin-on)
3 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
4 cloves Garlic (minced or crushed)
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Salt (kosher preferred)
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly cracked)

Vegetables

1 bunch Asparagus (spears)
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
1 medium Red Onion (sliced)

Garnish

2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped)
1 teaspoon Lemon Zest

Instructions

Preparation: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Make Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper until well combined to create a zesty marinade for the salmon.
Marinate Salmon: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared sheet pan. Spoon the lemon garlic marinade evenly over the salmon fillets. Let them sit and absorb the flavors for 10 minutes at room temperature.
Prepare Vegetables: In a separate bowl, toss the asparagus spears, cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper to season. Spread the vegetables evenly around the salmon fillets on the sheet pan.
Roast: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and roast for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender yet still crisp.
Broil for Finish: Switch your oven to broil mode and cook the salmon and vegetables for an additional 2 to 3 minutes. This step will give the salmon edges a beautiful golden color and enhance flavor.
Garnish and Serve: Remove the pan from the oven. Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley and lemon zest over the salmon and vegetables just before serving to add a fresh, bright finish to the dish.

Notes

Use fresh, skin-on salmon fillets for best texture and flavor.
Letting the salmon marinate for 10 minutes helps infuse the lemon garlic flavor without overpowering the fish.
Adjust roasting time depending on your oven and the thickness of your salmon fillets.
Make sure not to overcook the salmon to keep it moist and tender.
Broiling at the end gives a lovely caramelized finish but watch closely to prevent burning.
You can substitute asparagus with green beans or broccoli if preferred.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 17 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: lemon garlic salmon, sheet pan dinner, roasted salmon, healthy salmon recipe, easy salmon dinner