Description
A fresh and healthy one-pan lemon herb salmon and potatoes recipe. This easy dinner combines flaky salmon, golden roasted potatoes, and vibrant herbs for a balanced and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 3 medium potatoes, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Optional: cherry tomatoes
- Optional: green beans or asparagus
- Optional: chili flakes
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Place chopped potatoes on the pan, drizzle with half the olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
3. Roast potatoes for 15 minutes.
4. In a bowl, mix lemon juice, zest, garlic, oregano, thyme, and parsley.
5. Remove pan from oven and push potatoes aside.
6. Place salmon fillets on the pan and drizzle with remaining olive oil.
7. Spoon lemon herb mixture over salmon.
8. Add optional vegetables like green beans or tomatoes.
9. Bake for 12–15 minutes until salmon is cooked through and flaky.
10. Broil for 2–3 minutes for a crisp finish if desired.
11. Rest briefly, then serve with pan juices spooned over the top.
Notes
- Swap potatoes with sweet potatoes for variation.
- Use fresh herbs like dill for enhanced flavor.
- Reduce oil slightly for a lighter version.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 55mg