Sheet Pan Baked Salmon with Garlic Butter and Broccoli

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Succulent salmon fillets baked with a garlic butter glaze, accompanied by tender broccoli florets for a perfectly balanced, nutrient-dense meal. This american-inspired keto ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) Salmon fillets, cut into florets Broccoli, Unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 290 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 2 cups broccoli florets with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) on the baking sheet, skin-side down, and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Mix 3 tbsp unsalted butter with 3 minced garlic cloves until combined, then spoon evenly over the salmon.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and broccoli is tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Squeeze 1 tbsp lemon juice over the dish and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Baked Salmon with Garlic Butter and Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Sheet Pan Baked Salmon with Garlic Butter and Broccoli?

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 Sheet Pan Baked Salmon with Garlic Butter 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 Sheet Pan Baked Salmon with Garlic Butter and Broccoli 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 Sheet Pan Baked Salmon with Garlic Butter and Broccoli?

American keto 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.

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