Sheet Pan Honey-Lime Salmon with Roasted Broccoli
Roasted salmon fillets glazed with a tangy honey-lime dressing paired with caramelized broccoli, all cooked together on one pan. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, broccoli florets, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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) salmon fillets
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss 4 cups broccoli florets with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper, spreading evenly.
- Step 2: Roast broccoli in the oven for 10 minutes until starting to caramelize.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, whisk together 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and optional 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes to make the glaze.
- Step 4: Remove baking sheet from oven and push broccoli to the edges. Place 4 salmon fillets (skin side down) in the center, then brush each fillet generously with the honey-lime glaze.
- Step 5: Return the pan to the oven and roast everything together for an additional 12-15 minutes until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and broccoli is tender and browned on edges.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Honey-Lime Salmon with Roasted Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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 Honey-Lime Salmon with Roasted 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 Honey-Lime Salmon with Roasted 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 Honey-Lime Salmon with Roasted 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 Honey-Lime Salmon with Roasted Broccoli?
Mediterranean 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.