If you’re looking for an easy sheet pan salmon recipe that’s healthy, flavorful, and ready in just 30 minutes, this one pan dinner is perfect. Tender roasted potatoes and flaky baked salmon cook together on a single sheet pan for a simple weeknight meal with minimal cleanup.
Perfect for busy nights, meal prep, or a simple family dinner.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- One pan = easy cleanup
- Ready in about 35 minutes
- Naturally gluten-free
- Simple pantry ingredients
- Elegant enough for guests
- Great for meal prep
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds baby new potatoes, halved
- 1 large red onion, sliced into thick wedges
- 6 salmon fillets (about 4–6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill or tarragon (optional)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Step 2: Roast the Potatoes
In a large bowl, toss halved potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, half the broth, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the sheet pan.
Roast for 20 minutes, until starting to soften.
Step 3: Add Onion & Salmon
Remove pan from oven. Add red onion wedges and drizzle with remaining olive oil and broth.
Push vegetables toward the edges and place salmon fillets in the center. Season salmon with salt and pepper.
Step 4: Finish Roasting
Return to oven and roast for 10–15 minutes, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork and potatoes are tender.
Step 5: Garnish & Serve
Sprinkle with fresh dill or tarragon and serve with lemon wedges.
Tips for Perfect Sheet Pan Salmon
- Use evenly sized potatoes so they cook at the same rate.
- Pat salmon dry before roasting for better texture.
- Don’t overcook — salmon is done when it flakes easily and reaches 125–130°F for medium.
- For crispier potatoes, broil for the last 2–3 minutes.
Variations
- Add asparagus or green beans during the last 10 minutes.
- Swap dill for fresh parsley.
- Add a drizzle of honey mustard glaze before roasting.
- Sprinkle with feta cheese after baking for Mediterranean flavor.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a 300°F oven or microwave in short intervals.
What to Serve With It
This sheet pan salmon pairs beautifully with:
- Simple green salad
- Garlic yogurt sauce
- Crusty bread
- Steamed rice
Easy Sheet Pan Salmon with Roasted Potatoes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 SERVINGS 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Healthy sheet pan salmon with roasted potatoes and red onions. A simple 30-minute dinner made on one pan.
Ingredients
-
1½ pounds baby potatoes, halved
-
1 large red onion, cut into thick wedges
-
4–6 salmon fillets (about 5–6 ounces each)
-
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
-
½ cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
-
1 teaspoon sea salt
-
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
-
1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill or tarragon (optional)
-
Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Roast the Potatoes
In a large bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, half the broth, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the sheet pan in a single layer.
Roast for 20 minutes, until starting to soften and lightly golden.
3. Add Onion & Salmon
Remove the pan from the oven. Add the red onion wedges to the sheet pan and drizzle with remaining olive oil and broth.
Push vegetables toward the edges of the pan and place salmon fillets in the center. Season salmon with additional salt and pepper if desired.
4. Finish Baking
Return to the oven and roast for 10–15 minutes, or until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Potatoes should be fork-tender and lightly crisp on the edges.
5. Garnish & Serve
Sprinkle with fresh dill or tarragon and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
-
Cut potatoes evenly so they cook at the same rate.
-
If your salmon fillets are thick, they may need closer to 15 minutes.
-
Salmon is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 125–130°F for medium and flakes easily.
-
For crispier potatoes, broil for the last 2–3 minutes.
-
Don’t overcrowd the sheet pan — use two pans if needed for proper roasting.
-
Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 MINS
- Cook Time: 25 MINUTES
- Category: Dinner
- Method: SHEET-PAN
- Cuisine: Seafood
