Lemon Herb Salmon Potatoes (Printable)

Tender salmon and crispy potatoes roasted with lemon, herbs, and fresh seasonal vegetables.

# Components:

→ Fish & Marinade

01 - 4 salmon fillets (5.3 oz each), skin-on or off
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
08 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Vegetables

11 - 1.1 pounds baby potatoes, halved
12 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
13 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
14 - 7 ounces green beans, trimmed
15 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
16 - ½ teaspoon salt
17 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

18 - Lemon wedges
19 - Extra chopped fresh herbs (optional)

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
02 - Toss halved baby potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper. Spread evenly on the sheet pan and roast for 15 minutes.
03 - Combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, parsley, dill, thyme, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Pat salmon fillets dry and coat with marinade.
04 - Remove pan from oven. Add red onion wedges, sliced bell pepper, and trimmed green beans to pan. Drizzle with remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper; toss to combine.
05 - Nestle marinated salmon fillets among vegetables, skin-side down if applicable.
06 - Return pan to oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until salmon is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
07 - Broil for 2 minutes for a crispier finish on salmon and potatoes, if desired.
08 - Serve immediately with lemon wedges and extra chopped herbs if preferred.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pan cleanup for a quick healthy dinner
  • Full of bright citrus and fresh herb flavor
02 -
  • This meal fits gluten-free and dairy-free diets but always check ingredient labels for safety.
  • You can easily swap veggies based on the season using asparagus or zucchini for variety.
03 -
  • For extra crunch sprinkle toasted pine nuts on top before serving.
  • Broiling at the end gives the salmon and potatoes amazing color and crispness.
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