Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Salmon with Sweet Potato and Broccoli
An easy sheet pan dinner featuring tender salmon fillets dusted with Cajun spices, roasted alongside sweet potato cubes and broccoli florets. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 40 minutes pairs 6 oz each salmon fillets, trimmed broccoli florets, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 pieces, 6 oz each salmon fillets
- 1 large, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes sweet potato
- 3 cups, trimmed broccoli florets
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 wedges for serving lemon wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1 large peeled and cubed sweet potato and 3 cups broccoli florets with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread evenly on a large baking sheet.
- Step 2: Roast the vegetables for 15 minutes until starting to soften.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, brush 4 salmon fillets with 1 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning evenly over the tops.
- Step 4: Remove baking sheet from oven, push vegetables to the sides, and place salmon fillets in the center. Return to oven and roast for an additional 12-15 minutes until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 5: Serve the salmon and roasted vegetables with 4 lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Salmon with Sweet Potato and Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 Cajun-Spiced Salmon with Sweet Potato 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 Cajun-Spiced Salmon with Sweet Potato 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 Cajun-Spiced Salmon with Sweet Potato 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 Cajun-Spiced Salmon with Sweet Potato and Broccoli?
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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