Baked Herb-Crusted Salmon with Roasted Garlic Potatoes
Oven-baked salmon fillets with a fragrant herb crust paired with golden roasted garlic potatoes for a wholesome meal. This mediterranean-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs (5 oz each) salmon fillets, chopped fresh parsley, chopped fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (5 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 lb halved baby potatoes
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to form an herb paste.
- Step 2: Toss 1 lb halved baby potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread potatoes evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking tray. Spread the herb paste evenly over the top of each fillet.
- Step 4: After potatoes have roasted for 15 minutes, add the tray with salmon to the oven and roast both salmon and potatoes for an additional 12-15 minutes, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily and potatoes are tender.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and serve salmon alongside the roasted garlic potatoes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Herb-Crusted Salmon with Roasted Garlic Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baked Herb-Crusted Salmon with Roasted Garlic Potatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (5 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Herb-Crusted Salmon with Roasted Garlic Potatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Herb-Crusted Salmon with Roasted Garlic Potatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Baked Herb-Crusted Salmon with Roasted Garlic Potatoes gluten free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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