Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Salmon with Asparagus and Baby Potatoes

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A simple sheet pan dinner featuring salmon fillets roasted with fresh herbs, tender asparagus, and golden baby potatoes. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 45 minutes pairs 6 oz each salmon fillets, halved baby potatoes, trimmed asparagus spears 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss 1 lb halved baby potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary. Spread potatoes in a single layer and roast for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: After 15 minutes, push potatoes to one side of the baking sheet. Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down and 1 lb trimmed asparagus spears on the sheet. Brush salmon and asparagus with the herb-garlic olive oil mixture.
  4. Step 4: Roast everything together for an additional 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Serve the herb-roasted salmon alongside the roasted potatoes and asparagus for an easy, flavorful dinner.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Salmon with Asparagus and Baby Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 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 Herb-Roasted Salmon with Asparagus and Baby Potatoes?

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 Herb-Roasted Salmon with Asparagus and Baby Potatoes?

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 Herb-Roasted Salmon with Asparagus and Baby Potatoes 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 Herb-Roasted Salmon with Asparagus and Baby Potatoes?

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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