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Easy Sheet Pan Salmon Recipe with Zesty Lemon Herb Quinoa and Roasted Veggies

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A hassle-free, wholesome dinner featuring flaky salmon, zesty lemon herb quinoa, and caramelized roasted vegetables all cooked on a single sheet pan for minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets, about 6 ounces (170 g) each
  • 1 cup (170 g) rinsed quinoa
  • 2 cups (480 ml) vegetable broth
  • 2 cups (about 300 g) mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, or seasonal veggies like asparagus or green beans)
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) olive oil, divided
  • Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
  • Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
  • Optional: feta cheese for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
  3. While quinoa cooks, chop mixed vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Toss them in 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon zest and juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dill, salt, and pepper to make the lemon herb dressing.
  5. Spread the tossed veggies evenly on a rimmed baking sheet. Spread the cooked quinoa in a single layer on one side of the sheet pan. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the other side.
  6. Brush half of the lemon herb dressing generously over the salmon fillets.
  7. Roast in the oven for 15-18 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork and veggies are tender and caramelized.
  8. Drizzle the remaining lemon herb dressing over the quinoa and veggies. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes or feta cheese if desired before serving.

Notes

Rinse quinoa thoroughly to remove bitterness. Let salmon come to room temperature before roasting for even cooking. Use parchment paper or foil on the baking sheet for easier cleanup. Keep an eye on salmon to avoid overcooking. Quinoa crisping on the sheet pan is optional but adds texture. You can swap veggies seasonally or substitute proteins like cod or chicken breasts.

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Keywords: sheet pan salmon, lemon herb quinoa, roasted vegetables, easy dinner, healthy recipe, gluten-free, weeknight meal

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