Sheet Pan Bourbon-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Vegetables

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A savory sheet pan salmon dish featuring a sweet and smoky bourbon glaze paired with tender roasted vegetables. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 40 minutes pairs about 6 oz each salmon fillets, bourbon whiskey, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Simmer over medium heat for 6-8 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
  2. Step 2: On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss 12 oz baby carrots, 2 sliced medium zucchinis, and 1 chopped red bell pepper with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper, and 1 tsp salt. Spread vegetables evenly and roast for 10 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Remove the baking sheet from the oven, push vegetables to the sides, and place 4 salmon fillets in the center. Brush each fillet generously with the bourbon glaze and sprinkle 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme over the salmon and vegetables.
  4. Step 4: Return the sheet pan to the oven and roast for an additional 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender, basting with remaining glaze halfway through cooking.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Bourbon-Glazed Salmon with Roasted 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 Sheet Pan Bourbon-Glazed Salmon with Roasted 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 bourbon whiskey from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Bourbon-Glazed Salmon with Roasted 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 Sheet Pan Bourbon-Glazed Salmon with Roasted 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 Sheet Pan Bourbon-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Vegetables?

American 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.

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