This one pan lemon herb salmon with brussels sprouts is out of this world! This recipe exemplifies the epitome of easy yet gourmet cooking, as salmon fillets mingle with the vibrant zesty lemon and aromatic herbs, all harmoniously prepared in a single pan. This one pan meal will take your busy weeknight dinners to the next level with minimal effort and will have your family asking for more!
Best savored during the warmer months, this one pan lemon herb salmon encapsulates the essence of spring and summer on a plate. The light and refreshing flavors of lemon and herbs perfectly complement bright days and outdoor gatherings.
This one pan meal inspired by my one pan lemon chicken orzo on this site, and pairs well with rice or roasted potatoes.
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Ingredients
- Brussles Sprouts
- Avocado Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic Powder
- Paprika
- Salmon Fillets
- Butter, Melted
- Fresh Garlic, Minced
- Fresh Chives, Chopped
- Fresh Dill, Chopped
- Fresh Basil, Chopped
- Lemon, Sliced
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 F and set your rack to the middle position.
- Add your brussels sprouts, avocado oil and spices to your baking pan and toss until the seasonings and oil are evenly distributed on your vegetables. Place in the oven to bake for about 10 minutes.
- While your vegetables are baking, add your melted butter, minced garlic cloves, and herbs into a small bowl and mix.
- Remove your pan from the oven, and set your pan down on a heat protected surface. Use a utensil to push the brussels to the side to of your baking dish to create a clean center in the middle where you will add in your salmon fillets.
- Once you have added your salmon fillets, spray your salmon fillets with avocado oil and season your salmon with salt and pepper. Spoon your herb butter mixture on top of the salmon fillets and evenly distribute across the top surface of your salmon using a basting brush or spoon. Add lemon slices on top and bake for another 12 minutes.
- Remove your salmon from the oven, give your lemon slices a squeeze over the salmon fillets and serve!
Hint: Make sure not to be extra careful not to burn yourself when you remove the hot baking pan from the oven to add in the salmon fillets.
Substitutions
- Dairy Free– Use dairy free butter to make this recipe dairy-free.
- Brussels Sprouts– If you dont have or dont like brussels sprouts, this recipe would work well with fresh green beans, broccoli and broccolini as well.
This one pan dinner is already gluten-free.
Variations
- Spicy – Add chili pepper flakes to add a kick to this recipe.
- Kid friendly – This recipe is already kid and family friendly!
Equipment
All you need to make this one pan lemon herb salmon recipe is a 9×13 ceramic baking dish or pan.
For those that are looking for something similar to the pan I used in my reel, here is a baking dish I found on amazon with great reviews.
Disclaimer: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which means I make a small commission if you choose to purchase through qualifying links.
Storage
You can store this one pan lemon herb salmon in the fridge in an air tight container for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Top tip
Make sure not to be extra careful not to burn yourself when you remove the hot baking pan from the oven to add in the salmon fillets.
FAQ
I used basil, chives and dill.
If you dont have or dont like brussels sprouts, this recipe would work well with fresh green beans, broccoli and broccolini as well.
Yes, you can use dairy free butter to make this recipe dairy-free.
This one pan dinner is gluten-free already!
You can serve this one pan dinner with rice or roasted potatoes to add a starchy carbohydrate and make this meal more filling.
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One Pan Lemon Herb Salmon
Equipment
- 1 9×13 ceramic baking dish
Ingredients
For the Brussels Sprouts
- 1 pound Brussles Sprouts halved
- 1 tablespoon Avocado Oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Paprika
For the Salmon
- 1 pound Salmon Fillets
- 1 spray Avocado Oil
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Butter Melted
- 3 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Chives Chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill Chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Basil Chopped
- 1 Lemon Sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 F and set your rack to the middle position.
- Add your brussels sprouts, avocado oil and spices to your baking pan and toss until the seasonings and oil are evenly distributed on your vegetables. Place in the oven to bake for about 10 minutes.
- While your vegetables are baking, add your melted butter, minced garlic cloves, and herbs into a small bowl and mix.
- Remove your pan from the oven, and set your pan down on a heat protected surface. Use a utensil to push the brussels to the side to of your baking dish to create a clean center in the middle where you will add in your salmon fillets.
- Once you have added your salmon fillets, spray your salmon fillets with avocado oil and season your salmon with salt and pepper. Spoon your herb butter mixture on top of the salmon fillets and evenly distribute across the top surface of your salmon using a basting brush or spoon. Add lemon slices on top and bake for another 12 minutes.
- Remove your salmon from the oven, give your lemon slices a squeeze over the salmon fillets and serve!
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Notes
Substitutions
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- Dairy Free– Use dairy free butter to make this recipe dairy-free.
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- Brussels Sprouts– If you dont have or dont like brussels sprouts, this recipe would work well with fresh green beans, broccoli and broccolini as well.
Variations
-
- Spicy – Add chili pepper flakes to add a kick to this recipe.
-
- Kid friendly – This recipe is already kid and family friendly!
Equipment
All you need to make this one pan lemon chicken orzo recipe is a 9×13 ceramic baking dish or pan. For those that are looking for something similar to the pan I used in my reel, here is a baking dish I found on amazon with great reviews. If you are meal prepping this boursin cheese pasta, these are some of my favorite glass bento box containers. Disclaimer: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which means I make a small commission if you choose to purchase through qualifying links.Storage
You can store this one pan lemon herb salmon in the fridge in an air tight container for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.Top tip
Make sure not to be extra careful not to burn yourself when you remove the hot baking pan from the oven to add in the salmon fillets.Nutrition
Food safety
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 145 °F (74 °C)
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw salmon
- Wash hands after touching raw salmon
- Don’t leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
Lindsay says
The salmon is so tender and cooked to perfection and the flavors literally explode in your mouth!! will 100% be making again. even my toddler loved it!!!