Lemon-Dill Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli

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Bright, tender salmon fillets paired with caramelized sweet potatoes and crisp broccoli for a balanced, satisfying meal. This mediterranean-inspired sheet pan (whole30) ready in about 32 minutes pairs salmon fillet, sweet potatoes, broccoli for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 385 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil 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.

★ 4.3 (10 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 22 min Serves 1 Mediterranean cuisine 385 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1 cup diced sweet potatoes and 1 cup broccoli florets with 2 tsp olive oil on a sheet pan. Season with salt and pepper, then roast for 20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender and broccoli is slightly charred.
  2. Step 2: Rub 6 oz salmon fillet with 1 tsp lemon juice and 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill. Place on a separate sheet pan and roast for 12 minutes until opaque and easily flaking.
  3. Step 3: Arrange roasted vegetables on a plate, top with salmon, and drizzle with any pan juices. Serve immediately while hot.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Lemon-Dill Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 32 minutes (10 min prep + 22 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 Lemon-Dill Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and 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 Lemon-Dill Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and 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 Lemon-Dill Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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 Lemon-Dill Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli whole30?

Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30 based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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