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Easy Baked Salmon with Roasted Broccoli and Lemon
This simple sheet pan dinner makes healthy eating effortless. Flaky salmon and tender-crisp broccoli roast together with bright lemon for a light yet satisfying meal.
Prep 10 min
Cook 20 min
Total 30 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Salmon and Broccoli
- 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets, skin on or off
- 1 lb broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
Instructions
- 1
Preheat Oven & Prep Broccoli
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- 2
Arrange on Baking Sheet
Spread the seasoned broccoli in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Make space in the center for the salmon fillets.
- 3
Season Salmon
Pat the salmon fillets dry. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper. Place the salmon fillets on the baking sheet amongst the broccoli.
- 4
Add Lemon
Top each salmon fillet with 1-2 thin lemon slices.
- 5
Bake
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the broccoli is tender-crisp and slightly browned. Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the salmon.
Nutrition per serving: 480 cal · 40g protein · 15g carbs · 28g fat · 5g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
