Lemon-Garlic Salmon with Herbed Potatoes
Pan-seared salmon fillets with a bright lemon-garlic glaze, served alongside roasted potatoes seasoned with fresh herbs. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 45 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, olive oil, zested and juiced lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1, zested and juiced lemon
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 lb, halved red potatoes
- 1 tsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tsp, finely chopped fresh thyme
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1 lb halved red potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp chopped rosemary, and 1/4 tsp salt, spreading in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tsp lemon zest. Pat 4 salmon fillets dry, then brush evenly with the lemon-garlic mixture.
- Step 3: Bake potatoes for 20 minutes until golden and tender. Add salmon to the sheet pan, skin-side down, and bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tsp chopped thyme before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Lemon-Garlic Salmon with Herbed Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 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-Garlic Salmon with Herbed 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Garlic Salmon with Herbed 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 Lemon-Garlic Salmon with Herbed 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.
What goes well with Lemon-Garlic Salmon with Herbed Potatoes?
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.
What others are saying
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Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
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Absolutely wonderful.
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Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
