Wild Salmon & Lingonberry Sheet Pan Feast
Succulent wild-caught salmon glazed with tart lingonberry compote, roasted with roasted root vegetables for a vibrant Alaskan-inspired weeknight dinner. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 37 minutes pairs fresh or frozen lingonberries, medium, thinly sliced red onion, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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) pieces, skin-on wild-caught salmon fillets
- 1 cup, fresh or frozen lingonberries
- 1 medium, thinly sliced red onion
- 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch coins carrots
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: In a small saucepan, combine lingonberries, 1 tbsp water, and maple syrup. Simmer over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until berries burst and sauce thickens slightly, stirring occasionally.
- Step 3: Toss carrots and red onion in a bowl with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Spread evenly on a parchment-lined sheet pan.
- Step 4: Place salmon skin-side down on top of vegetables. Drizzle remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over salmon and top with Dijon mustard and fresh thyme.
- Step 5: Roast for 15-18 minutes until salmon reaches 125°F internally and vegetables are tender-crisp, basting with berry sauce once halfway through cooking.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Wild Salmon & Lingonberry Sheet Pan Feast take to make?
Total time is about 37 minutes (20 min prep + 17 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 Wild Salmon & Lingonberry Sheet Pan Feast?
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 fresh or frozen lingonberries from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Wild Salmon & Lingonberry Sheet Pan Feast?
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 Wild Salmon & Lingonberry Sheet Pan Feast 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 Wild Salmon & Lingonberry Sheet Pan Feast?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★★
Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.