Quick and Easy Salmon Broccoli Sheet Pan Dinner
A quick and healthy sheet pan dinner featuring perfectly flaky salmon and crispy-edged broccoli, ready in under 30 minutes. This simple recipe uses everyday ingredients and a clever timing trick to ensure both components are cooked to perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22-25 minutes
- Total Time: 32-35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170g each)
- 4 cups broccoli florets (about 12 oz / 340g)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large lemon (zest and juice)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, toss broccoli florets with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on one side of the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast broccoli for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, dried oregano, and smoked paprika to form a paste. Rub mixture over the top of the salmon fillets.
- After 10 minutes, remove pan from oven. Arrange seasoned salmon fillets on the empty side of the pan, skin-side down if applicable.
- Return pan to oven and roast for 12-15 minutes, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily, and broccoli is tender-crisp with browned edges.
- Squeeze juice of half a lemon over everything. Sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired. Let rest 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, pat salmon dry to ensure browning. Give broccoli a 10-minute head start to avoid overcooked fish or soggy vegetables. If salmon has skin, slide a spatula between skin and flesh after cooking; skin will stick to parchment. Check salmon at 12 minutes; internal temperature should reach 125-130°F (52-54°C) for medium.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet + 1 cup bro
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 35
Keywords: sheet pan dinner, salmon, broccoli, quick dinner, healthy dinner, weeknight dinner, low-carb, gluten-free