Baked Salmon with Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans

Why You’ll Love It

• One sheet pan = easy cleanup

• Balanced, healthy, and hearty meal

• Golden, crispy potatoes + tender salmon

• Fresh flavors from garlic, olive oil, and lemon

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 4 salmon fillets (6 oz / 170 g each)

• 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)

• 1 lb (450 g) baby potatoes, halved

• ½ lb (225 g) green beans, trimmed

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 1 tsp lemon zest

• 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh thyme)

• 1 tsp paprika

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

2. Prepare the Potatoes

• In a bowl, toss baby potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper, ½ tsp paprika, and ½ tsp thyme.

• Spread them on the baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 15 minutes.

3. Add the Green Beans & Salmon

• While the potatoes bake, toss green beans with ½ tbsp olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper.

• Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Push the potatoes to one side and spread the green beans on another section.

• Place salmon fillets in the center of the pan.

4. Season the Salmon

• In a small bowl, mix together:

  • ½ tbsp olive oil

  • minced garlic

  • lemon juice and zest

  • ½ tsp paprika

  • pinch of salt and pepper

• Brush or spoon this mixture over the salmon fillets evenly.

5. Bake Everything Together

Return the pan to the oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until:

• The salmon flakes easily with a fork, and

• Potatoes are golden and crisp on the edges.

6. Serve

• Squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything before serving.

• Garnish with parsley or extra lemon slices.

• Serve hot and enjoy this wholesome, no-fuss dinner!

Optional Add-Ons

• Butter lovers: Add a small pat of butter to each salmon fillet before baking for extra richness.

• Herb twist: Swap thyme for dill or rosemary.

• Spicy version: Sprinkle chili flakes or cayenne on top before baking.

Storage

• Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

• Reheat: Warm gently in the oven at 300°F (150°C) or in the microwave at low power.