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One-Pan Lemon-Dill Baked Salmon and Roasted Vegetables

Discover the ease and flavor of this One-Pan Lemon-Dill Baked Salmon and Roasted Vegetables. Succulent salmon fillets are baked alongside a colorful medley of sweet potatoes, crisp green beans, and tender asparagus, all tossed in a bright lemon-dill dressing. A perfect weeknight meal that's both delicious and mindful of a heart-healthy lifestyle.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 3

Ingredients
  

Seafood:
  • 15 oz Salmon fillets e.g., three 5 oz fillets, skin on or off
Vegetables:
  • 12 oz Sweet potato about 1 medium, peeled and sliced into ⅛-inch thick rounds
  • 9 oz Fresh green beans ends trimmed
  • 4.5 oz Fresh asparagus spears woody ends trimmed
  • ¼ medium Red onion thinly sliced
Lemon-Herb Dressing:
  • 2 ¼ tablespoons Avocado oil or Extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice from approximately ¾ of a medium lemon
  • 1 large or 2 small Garlic cloves finely minced
  • ¾ tablespoon 2 ¼ teaspoons Fresh dill, chopped
  • teaspoon Fine sea salt or adjust to taste, especially if monitoring sodium intake
  • teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
For Topping:
  • Several thin slices of lemon from ¼ - ⅓ of a lemon

Method
 

  1. Prepare Oven and Pan: Adjust your oven rack to the middle position and preheat to 400°F (205°C). Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Mix Lemon-Herb Dressing: In a small bowl, vigorously whisk together the avocado oil (or olive oil), fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined. Measure out and reserve 1 ½ tablespoons of this dressing; set it aside for the green vegetables.
  3. Marinate Salmon: Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or a resealable bag. Pour about half of the unreserved dressing over the salmon, ensuring the fillets are lightly coated. Allow the salmon to marinate in the refrigerator while you prepare the vegetables.
  4. Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Wash, peel, and slice the sweet potato into thin rounds (approximately ⅛-inch thick). Transfer the sweet potato slices to the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the remaining portion of the unreserved dressing over the sweet potatoes. Toss gently to ensure even coating, then arrange them in a single layer on one side of the baking sheet.
  5. First Bake (Sweet Potatoes): Place the baking sheet with the sweet potatoes into the preheated oven. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until they begin to soften.
  6. Add Green Vegetables: Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Push the sweet potatoes to one side. Add the trimmed green beans, asparagus spears, and sliced red onion to the empty space on the baking sheet. Drizzle the reserved 1 ½ tablespoons of dressing over these new vegetables and toss them lightly to coat. Spread them in an even layer.
  7. Second Bake (Vegetables): Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 6-8 minutes, until the green beans and asparagus are tender-crisp.
  8. Add Salmon and Finish Baking: Once more, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Create space in the center of the pan, nestled amongst the vegetables, for the marinated salmon fillets. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down (if using skin-on). Top each fillet with a thin slice or two of lemon.
  9. Final Bake (All Components): Return the baking sheet to the oven. Bake for 12-18 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and its internal temperature reaches 135-140°F (57-60°C) for medium doneness. The sweet potatoes should be fully tender, and the green beans and asparagus should be vibrant and tender-crisp.
  10. Serve: Carefully remove the sheet pan from the oven. Serve the salmon and roasted vegetables immediately.

Notes

Yields: 3 Servings
Estimated Nutritional Information (per serving, 1/3 of recipe):
  • Calories: Approx. 533 kcal
  • Protein: Approx. 33g
  • Total Fat: Approx. 29.5g
  • Saturated Fat: Approx. 5g
  • Carbohydrates: Approx. 34.4g
  • Dietary Fiber: Approx. 6.8g
  • Total Sugars: Approx. 9.6g (naturally occurring)
  • Sodium: Approx. 622mg (This can be reduced by using less added salt, according to preference and dietary needs.)
Disclaimer: Nutritional information is estimated based on an online calculator and standard databases. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods used.