One-Pan Lemon-Dill Salmon with Vegetables
Flaky salmon baked with lemon, dill, and seasonal vegetables in one pan for a healthy, flavorful meal. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 40 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, asparagus spears, carrots 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 12 asparagus spears
- 4 carrots
- 1 zucchini
- 2 lemon
- 1/4 cup dill
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss 12 asparagus spears, 4 sliced carrots, and 1 sliced zucchini with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Place salmon fillets on top of the vegetables. Squeeze 1 tbsp lemon juice over each fillet and sprinkle with 1/4 cup fresh dill.
- Step 3: Bake for 15-18 minutes until salmon is opaque and vegetables are tender. For extra flavor, add 2 minced garlic cloves to the baking sheet during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Step 4: Garnish with remaining lemon juice and dill before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Lemon-Dill Salmon with Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 One-Pan Lemon-Dill Salmon with Vegetables?
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 One-Pan Lemon-Dill Salmon with Vegetables?
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 One-Pan Lemon-Dill Salmon with Vegetables 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 One-Pan Lemon-Dill Salmon with Vegetables?
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
- ★★★★★
Quick to prep and the results are amazing. A real keeper.
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.