Sheet Pan Salmon and Veggies Bowl (Printable)

Roasted salmon with colorful vegetables on one sheet pan for an easy, healthy meal.

# What You Need:

→ Fish

01 - 4 skinless salmon fillets, 5-6 oz each
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
04 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
06 - 2 medium carrots, sliced into ½-inch rounds
07 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
08 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
09 - 1 small zucchini, sliced into ½-inch half-moons
10 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Garnish and Serving

14 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
15 - Lemon wedges for serving

# How-To:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large bowl, toss onion, carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Spread vegetables evenly on the sheet pan.
03 - Roast vegetables in preheated oven for 10 minutes.
04 - Pat salmon fillets dry. Brush with 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
05 - Remove sheet pan from oven. Move vegetables to create space and place salmon fillets among them.
06 - Return pan to oven and roast for 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and vegetables are tender and caramelized.
07 - Remove from oven. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Hacks:

01 -
  • One-pan preparation means less time spent cleaning up and more time enjoying your meal.
  • Packed with high-quality protein and a variety of fiber-rich vegetables for a healthy lifestyle.
  • Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and low-carb, making it suitable for many dietary needs.
02 -
  • If using heartier vegetables like sweet potatoes, cut them smaller to ensure they finish cooking at the same time as the salmon.
  • Line your sheet pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make the cleanup process effortless.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check the salmon; it is perfectly cooked at an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
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