Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Salmon with Potatoes and Asparagus
A simple, one-pan dinner featuring tender salmon fillets roasted with seasonal vegetables and fresh herbs. The potatoes become golden and crisp while the salmon cooks to perfection. This mediterranean-inspired sheet pan ready in about 40 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, olive oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 2 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 bunch (12 oz), trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces asparagus
- 4 small (1 lb), halved potatoes
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss halved potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a large sheet pan; spread in a single layer and roast for 15 minutes until edges begin to crisp.
- Step 2: While potatoes roast, toss asparagus with 1/2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; set aside.
- Step 3: Remove sheet pan from oven, add asparagus and minced garlic to potatoes, then place salmon fillets on top. Drizzle with remaining 1/2 tbsp olive oil, then sprinkle with dried thyme, remaining 1/4 tsp salt, and remaining 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 4: Return to oven and roast for 12-15 minutes, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork and potatoes are golden brown.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Salmon with Potatoes and Asparagus 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 Herb-Roasted Salmon with Potatoes and Asparagus?
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 Potatoes and Asparagus?
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 Potatoes and Asparagus for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Potatoes and Asparagus?
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
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Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
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Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
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Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
