Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables

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A simple sheet pan meal featuring tender salmon glazed with sweet maple and savory mustard, paired with caramelized roasted root vegetables. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 42 minutes pairs 6 oz each salmon fillets, maple syrup, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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: 27 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 2 medium peeled carrots cut into 1/2-inch chunks, 2 medium peeled parsnips cut into 1/2-inch chunks, and 1 large red onion cut into wedges with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme until evenly coated. Spread vegetables on a large rimmed baking sheet in a single layer.
  2. Step 2: Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for 15 minutes until they start to soften and edges begin to caramelize.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp maple syrup and 1 tbsp Dijon mustard for the glaze.
  4. Step 4: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and push the vegetables to the sides. Place 4 salmon fillets, skin-side down, in the center of the sheet. Brush each fillet generously with the maple-mustard glaze.
  5. Step 5: Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for an additional 10-12 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender and golden.
  6. Step 6: Serve the salmon atop the roasted root vegetables, spooning any pan juices over the top.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 42 minutes (15 min prep + 27 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 Maple-Glazed 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 Maple-Glazed 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 Maple-Glazed 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 Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables?

American 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.

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