Baked Lemon-Rosemary Salmon with Garlic Green Beans
Tender salmon fillets baked with fresh rosemary and lemon, served alongside sautéed green beans infused with garlic and olive oil. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, chopped fresh rosemary, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 4 tbsp divided olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp divided salt
- 1 tsp divided black pepper
- 1 lb trimmed green beans
- 3 cloves minced garlic
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 4 salmon fillets on a lined baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and 3 tbsp lemon juice, sprinkle 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary evenly over the fillets.
- Step 2: Bake salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is opaque.
- Step 3: While salmon bakes, heat remaining 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 1 lb trimmed green beans, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 6-8 minutes until the green beans are tender-crisp and lightly blistered.
- Step 5: Serve the baked salmon alongside the garlic green beans for a bright and flavorful meal.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Lemon-Rosemary Salmon with Garlic Green Beans take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Lemon-Rosemary Salmon with Garlic Green Beans?
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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Lemon-Rosemary Salmon with Garlic Green Beans?
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 Lemon-Rosemary Salmon with Garlic Green Beans 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.
What goes well with Baked Lemon-Rosemary Salmon with Garlic Green Beans?
Mediterranean seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
