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One-Pan Lemon Herb Salmon

By Mommy Jeff · Healthy & Wholesome Family Meals

4.9 (265 ratings)
Rated 4.9 out of 5

⏱️ Prep 8m · 🔥 Cook 12m · ✅ Total 20 min · 🍽️ Serves 4 · 📊 Easy

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Mommy Jeff leans on this one whenever the week has gotten away from him and dinner needs to feel intentional again. It's proof that healthy and simple aren't opposites — just good ingredients, one pan, and a squeeze of lemon.

🧺 Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets (5-6 oz each)
  • 2 cups baby potatoes, halved
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp butter, melted
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, sliced + juice
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh dill or parsley for topping

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Prep the oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. Roast the potatoes first: Toss potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast 10 minutes to get a head start.
  3. Add everything else: Push potatoes to one side. Add salmon, broccoli, and tomatoes to the pan. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and melted butter mixed with garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Roast until flaky: Top salmon with lemon slices and roast 10-12 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Finish and serve: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything, sprinkle with dill or parsley, and serve straight from the pan.

390 calories

Calories

34g

Protein

20g

Fat

18g

Carbs
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💡 Chef's Tip

Cut potatoes small and uniform so they finish roasting at the same time as the salmon — no undercooked surprises.

🥗 Pairs Well With

  • Extra asparagus spears roasted alongside the salmon for the last 10 minutes
  • Zucchini ribbons sautéed quickly in the same pan drippings
  • A simple Caesar-style side salad for crunch
  • Garlicky green beans if you want to skip the potatoes

❄️ Storage & Freezer Notes

  • Fridge: best eaten within 2 days for optimal freshness and texture, stored in an airtight container.
  • Freezer: cooked salmon can be frozen for up to 1 month, though texture is best fresh.
  • Reheat: warm gently in a 275°F oven for 10-12 minutes to avoid drying it out — skip the microwave if you can.

👶 Kid-Friendly Serving Ideas

  • Flake the salmon and mix it into rice for an easy 'ocean bowl' little ones can scoop with a spoon.
  • Serve deconstructed — salmon, potatoes, and veggies in separate piles — so kids can pick what they eat first.
  • Offer a mild yogurt-based dip alongside for extra flavor without added spice.