Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Salmon with Cherry Tomatoes
Salmon fillets roasted with cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs until flaky, served with a light lemon-dill sauce for a simple, elegant dinner. This mediterranean-inspired sheet pan ready in about 24 minutes pairs salmon fillets, cherry tomatoes, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 330 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 (6 oz each, skin-on) salmon fillets
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1, thinly sliced lemon
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place salmon skin-side down on the sheet.
- Step 2: Drizzle salmon with 1 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, minced garlic, and 1/2 tsp dried oregano.
- Step 3: Arrange cherry tomatoes around salmon and drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Top with lemon slices and half the fresh dill.
- Step 4: Roast for 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and tomatoes are blistered.
- Step 5: While salmon cooks, whisk together lemon juice, 1 tbsp avocado oil, and remaining dill in a small bowl. Serve salmon with tomatoes and drizzle with sauce.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Salmon with Cherry Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 24 minutes (10 min prep + 14 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 Cherry Tomatoes?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Salmon with Cherry Tomatoes?
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 Cherry Tomatoes 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 Cherry Tomatoes?
Mediterranean sheet pan 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This recipe is my new obsession. The salmon stayed moist, and the tomatoes caramelized beautifully. Cleanup was a breeze too!
- ★★★★★
My kids actually ate salmon! The cherry tomatoes were a hit, and the whole dish was ready in under 25 minutes. Will make weekly.
- ★★★★★
Easy weeknight win. The sheet pan method saved me so much time, and the herb blend made the salmon taste restaurant-quality.
