Lime-Glazed Salmon with Zucchini and Cherry Tomatoes
Salmon fillets baked with zucchini and tomatoes in a vibrant lime-infused glaze, perfect for a quick protein-packed meal. This Pacific Northwest-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, zucchini, cherry tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 12 oz salmon fillets
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 lime
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 12 oz salmon fillets skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Season with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp lime zest (from 1 lime).
- Step 2: Arrange 2 sliced medium zucchini and 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes around the salmon. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, and squeeze 1/4 cup lime juice over all.
- Step 3: Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque throughout and vegetables are tender, with tomatoes slightly blistered.
