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Easy baked lemon herb salmon with roasted vegetables on a sheet pan healthy 30 minute dinner
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Easy Baked Lemon Herb Salmon with Vegetables

Easy baked lemon herb salmon with vegetables is a healthy one pan dinner that’s quick, simple, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American / Healthy
Keyword: 30 minute dinner, baked salmon, easy salmon recipe,, family meals, healthy dinner recipe, sheet pan meal
Calories: 420kcal
Author: The Family Meal Plan Team
Cost: $19-$23

Equipment

  • 1 Large sheet pan Rimmed baking sheet
  • sheets/ Roll Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • 1 Chef’s Knife
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Measuring Spoons
  • 1 Mixing bowl (optional)
  • 1 Tongs or Spatula
  • 1 Citrus juicer (optional)
  • 1 Zester (optional)
  • 1 Instant-read thermometer (recommended)

Ingredients

  • 4 6 oz each salmon fillets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 fresh lemon zested, juiced, and sliced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup zucchini sliced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper sliced
  • 1/2 medium red onion sliced

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
  • Spread broccoli, zucchini, bell pepper, and red onion on the sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
    2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup zucchini, 1 medium red bell pepper, 1/2 medium red onion, 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Pat salmon fillets dry and place them on the sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil.
    Add garlic, lemon juice, zest, oregano, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper evenly over each fillet.
    4 6 oz each salmon fillets, 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 cloves garlic, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp dried parsley, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Place lemon slices on top of each salmon fillet to enhance flavor and retain moisture.
    1 fresh lemon, 4 6 oz each salmon fillets
  • Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
    4 6 oz each salmon fillets
  • Broil for 2–3 minutes to lightly crisp the top.
  • Spoon pan juices over salmon and vegetables before serving.
    1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup zucchini

Notes

  • Use evenly sized salmon fillets for even cooking
  • Do not overcook—check at 12 minutes
  • Pat salmon dry before seasoning for best texture
  • Cut vegetables evenly for consistent roasting
  • Fresh lemon juice gives the best flavor
  • Finish with fresh herbs for extra flavor