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Easy Crispy Lemon Garlic Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner

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A quick and healthy sheet pan dinner featuring crispy lemon garlic salmon and roasted vegetables, ready in under 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each), skin-on for crispiness
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (to coat veggies)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice and zest, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
  3. In a large bowl, toss zucchini, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and red onion with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Arrange the vegetables evenly on the prepared sheet pan, leaving space for the salmon fillets.
  5. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the open area of the pan and brush each fillet generously with the lemon garlic marinade.
  6. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes, until salmon flakes easily and vegetables are tender.
  7. Switch oven to broil and broil for 2-3 minutes to crisp the salmon skin and add a golden touch to the veggies. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
  9. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before marinating to ensure crispy skin. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Broil at the end for best texture but watch closely to prevent burning. Splash a couple tablespoons of water on veggies before roasting if they look dry to keep them juicy. If oven is not preheated, add a few extra minutes to cooking time.

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Keywords: salmon, sheet pan dinner, lemon garlic salmon, healthy dinner, quick meal, roasted vegetables, gluten-free, low-carb

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