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Easy Crispy Lemon Garlic Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner

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A quick and easy sheet pan dinner featuring crispy skin salmon roasted with lemon, garlic, and fresh vegetables for a flavorful and satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced and juiced
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound mixed vegetables (asparagus, cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion)
  • Fresh parsley or dill, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Brush or spoon the marinade generously over the salmon, including the skin and sides. Let sit for 5-10 minutes at room temperature.
  5. Arrange the vegetables around the salmon on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and toss gently to coat.
  6. Lay thin lemon slices over the salmon and vegetables.
  7. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork but remains moist.
  8. Optional: Switch oven to broil for the last 2-3 minutes to crisp the skin further, watching closely to avoid burning.
  9. Remove from oven and sprinkle fresh parsley or dill over the top.
  10. Let the salmon rest for 1-2 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat salmon dry thoroughly to ensure crispy skin. Use fresh garlic and lemon for best flavor. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Broil at the end for extra crispiness but watch carefully to avoid burning. Let salmon rest after baking to lock in juices. Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet to maintain crisp skin.

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