Lemon Butter Salmon Sheet Pan (Printable Version)

Flaky salmon and crisp veggies roasted together with a zesty lemon butter glaze for a quick meal.

# What You Need:

→ Fish & Protein

01 - 4 salmon fillets (5–6 oz each), skin-on or skinless

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
03 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
05 - 1 small red onion, sliced

→ Lemon Butter Sauce

06 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
07 - 2 tbsp olive oil
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 lemon, zested and juiced
10 - 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Finishing

12 - Lemon wedges, for serving
13 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
02 - In a large bowl, combine potatoes, zucchini, bell pepper, and onion with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread vegetables in a single layer on the sheet pan.
03 - Roast vegetables for 10 minutes to begin softening.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk melted butter, remaining olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper until combined.
05 - Pat salmon dry and nestle fillets among vegetables on the sheet pan. Brush fillets generously with lemon butter sauce, reserving some for drizzling after cooking.
06 - Return sheet pan to oven and roast for 10 to 12 minutes, until salmon is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
07 - Drizzle remaining lemon butter sauce over salmon and vegetables. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

# Cooking Tips:

01 -
  • One-pan meal convenience
  • Bright, fresh lemon butter flavor
02 -
  • Swap in broccoli, asparagus, or green beans for a seasonal twist
  • For extra crunch, broil for 2 to 3 minutes at the end
03 -
  • Pat salmon dry to ensure crispy skin
  • Reserve some sauce to drizzle after baking for extra flavor
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