Sheet Pan Lemon-Garlic Salmon
A simple, vibrant salmon dish roasted with fresh lemon and garlic, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, thinly sliced lemon, minced garlic 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
- 2, thinly sliced lemon
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Arrange 2 lemons, thinly sliced, and 4 garlic cloves, minced, over the salmon, then drizzle with 3 tbsp olive oil.
- Step 3: Sprinkle with 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. 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-Garlic Salmon take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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-Garlic Salmon?
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-Garlic Salmon?
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-Garlic Salmon 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-Garlic Salmon?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.
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Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★★
The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
