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Baked Salmon With Amazing Lemon Sauce Recipe

When you think about dinner, pairing is everything. So let's start with what goes well with baked salmon.
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 446kcal

Equipment

  • Sheet pan

Ingredients

For the Sheet Pan:

  • 2 –3 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 lb. baby Yukon gold potatoes quartered
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 –2 lbs. wild-caught salmon fillets
  • olive oil plus a dash of garlic granules, sea salt, and ground black pepper

Lemon Herb Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley or fresh basil
  • 1 –2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • salt and cracked pepper to taste
  • 6 –8 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • juice of 1 fresh lemon
  • 1 small shallot finely diced
  • 2 –3 sprigs fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Getting the oven hot helps to achieve a crispy exterior on your salmon while keeping it moist inside.

Step 2: Prepare the Veggies

  • On a baking sheet, combine the baby Yukon gold potatoes and broccoli florets. Drizzle with olive oil and generously sprinkle salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix well to ensure everything is coated. These sides will roast alongside your salmon, soaking in all the luscious flavors.

Step 3: Bake the Veggies

  • Place the sheet pan in the oven and roast the veggies for about 20 minutes. They should start to develop a golden color.

Step 4: Season the Salmon

  • While the veggies roast, prepare the salmon. Pat the fillets dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and a little lemon zest. This step adds flavors straight into the fish.

Step 5: Make the Lemon Herb Sauce

  • In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic, sautéing until they become fragrant (about 2 minutes).
  • Stir in the chicken stock, cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and thyme. Allow the sauce to simmer for a few minutes, thickening up a bit. Adjust seasonings according to your taste.

Step 6: Add the Salmon to the Oven

  • After the veggies have roasted for about 20 minutes, create space on the baking sheet and place the salmon fillets skin-side down.
  • Brush half of the lemon herb sauce over the salmon. Return everything to the oven and bake for another 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 7: Serve It Up!

  • Remove the sheet pan from the oven. It’s time to plate up! Serve the salmon over a bed of roasted potatoes and broccoli, drizzled with a bit more of the lemon herb sauce. Garnish with fresh herbs for a pop of color.

Notes

  • Choose wild-caught salmon: The flavor is often superior to farmed.
  • Don’t skip the fresh lemon juice: It adds crucial brightness to the dish.
  • Feel free to swap veggies: Carrots or zucchini work well as alternatives.
  • Make extra sauce: Who doesn't love more sauce to pour over their meal?
  • Rest the salmon for a bit before serving: It allows flavors to settle in.
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