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Easy Crispy Lemon Garlic Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner

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A quick and flavorful sheet pan dinner featuring crispy skin salmon marinated in lemon and garlic, roasted alongside fresh vegetables for a healthy, easy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each), skin-on, preferably wild-caught
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning (optional)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons (about 1/2-inch thick)
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 1 small red onion, sliced thin
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (to toss the veggies)
  • Optional garnishes: fresh parsley or dill, chopped; extra lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano if using.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Rub the marinade evenly over the salmon, coating the skin side well.
  4. In a separate bowl, toss cherry tomatoes, zucchini, red bell pepper, and red onion with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  5. Spread the vegetables evenly on the sheet pan, leaving space for the salmon.
  6. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the pan, nestled among the veggies without overcrowding.
  7. Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily, and skin is crisp and golden.
  8. Optional: For extra crispiness, switch to broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley or dill and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Pat salmon skin dry thoroughly before applying marinade to ensure crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to allow even roasting. If your oven runs hot, check salmon at 10 minutes to prevent overcooking. For extra crispy skin, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end but watch closely to avoid burning. Leftovers can be reheated in a skillet skin-side down to revive crispness.

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