Sheet Pan Aperol-Lemon Glazed Salmon with Fresh Thyme

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Vibrant salmon fillets roasted with a sweet-tart Aperol glaze and aromatic thyme, creating a restaurant-quality dinner ready in 30 minutes. This Mediterranean-inspired quick recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs Salmon fillets, Aperol, Fresh lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place salmon fillets skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp Aperol, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl until fully combined.
  3. Step 3: Brush the mixture evenly over salmon fillets, coating each piece completely.
  4. Step 4: Roast for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, checking at 12 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with additional fresh thyme and lemon slices before serving.

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