Sheet Pan Lemon-Dill Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables

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Pan-seared salmon fillets with bright lemon and fresh dill, roasted alongside caramelized potatoes and carrots for a one-pan dinner. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 50 minutes pairs (6 oz each) Salmon fillets, halved Baby potatoes, cut into wedges Red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Place baby potatoes, carrots, and red onion in a large bowl; drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
  2. Step 2: Spread vegetables in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Pat 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) dry with paper towels. Season with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp dill. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 minced garlic clove.
  4. Step 4: Place salmon on top of roasted vegetables, skin-side down. Arrange lemon slices on top of salmon. Sprinkle remaining 1 tbsp dill over salmon.
  5. Step 5: Return baking sheet to oven and roast for 12-15 minutes, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Lemon-Dill Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Lemon-Dill Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables?

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 Lemon-Dill Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables?

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 Lemon-Dill Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables 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 Lemon-Dill Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables?

American 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.

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