Half-Baked Lemon Herb Salmon with Garlic Broccoli

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A light and flavorful salmon baked halfway through with lemon and herbs, paired with sautéed garlic broccoli for a nutritious meal. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe (gluten free), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, lemon juice, fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 2 salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp lemon juice over the fillets, then sprinkle 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper evenly. Bake for 8 minutes to cook halfway through.
  2. Step 2: While salmon bakes, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 3 cups broccoli florets, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring frequently until broccoli is tender-crisp and bright green.
  4. Step 4: Remove salmon from oven and bake an additional 5 minutes until cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Step 5: Meanwhile, in the same skillet with broccoli, add remaining 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute to add extra garlic flavor. Serve salmon with garlic broccoli on the side.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Half-Baked Lemon Herb Salmon with Garlic Broccoli 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 Half-Baked Lemon Herb Salmon with Garlic Broccoli?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Baked Lemon Herb Salmon with Garlic Broccoli?

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 Half-Baked Lemon Herb Salmon with Garlic Broccoli for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Half-Baked Lemon Herb Salmon with Garlic Broccoli 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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