Sheet-Pan Salmon Winter Vegetables (Printable)

Flaky roasted salmon combined with caramelized winter vegetables and wilted greens on a single pan.

# Components:

→ Fish

01 - 4 skin-on salmon fillets, 6 oz each
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1 lemon, thinly sliced

→ Root Vegetables

06 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
07 - 2 parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
08 - 1 small sweet potato, peeled and cubed
09 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
11 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
12 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Greens

14 - 4 cups baby kale or baby spinach (approximately 120 g)
15 - 2 teaspoons olive oil
16 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
17 - Pinch of salt and pepper

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large bowl, combine carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, and red onion with 2 tablespoons olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread vegetables evenly on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
04 - While vegetables roast, pat salmon fillets dry. Rub with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
05 - Remove baking sheet from oven; push vegetables towards edges to create space. Place salmon fillets skin-side down in center and top with lemon slices.
06 - Return to oven and roast for an additional 10 to 12 minutes, until salmon is just cooked through and vegetables are tender and caramelized.
07 - While salmon cooks, toss baby kale or spinach with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
08 - Remove baking sheet from oven and scatter greens over hot vegetables and salmon. Allow to wilt for 2 minutes before serving.
09 - Plate salmon fillets alongside roasted root vegetables and wilted greens. Optionally, squeeze additional fresh lemon juice over the top.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Minimal cleanup: everything cooks on one sheet pan
  • Filled with wholesome seasonal ingredients and packed with flavor
02 -
  • Salmon cooks quickly, so avoid overbaking to keep its texture flaky and moist
  • This dish is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for various dietary needs
03 -
  • Cut all vegetables to similar sizes so they roast evenly
  • Add greens just after baking so they soften but stay vibrant
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