Sheet Pan Salmon with Dill Potatoes Recipe
A simple and flavorful sheet pan recipe featuring tender roasted Yukon gold dill potatoes and perfectly baked salmon topped with a creamy Dijon-mayo spread and garlic butter. This one-pan dinner is effortless to prepare and combines vibrant herbs with comforting roasted textures for a delicious, healthy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 38 minutes
- Total Time: 48 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dill Potatoes:
- 24 ounces Yukon baby gold potatoes
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1 tablespoon freeze dried dill, or 3 tablespoons fresh dill
Sheet Pan Salmon:
- 1.5 pounds salmon filet (skin-on preferred)
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- Red pepper flakes, for garnish
- More dill for garnish
- Lemon wedge, for serving
Instructions
- Prep the Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Toss the Yukon gold potatoes with olive oil and kosher salt directly on a sheet pan. Pour 1/2 cup of water onto the pan around the potatoes to steam them while roasting.
- Roast the Potatoes: Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Stir every 10 to 15 minutes using a sturdy spatula to prevent sticking and ensure even browning. The water will evaporate during this time, helping to steam and tenderize the potatoes while giving them a crispy golden crust.
- Prep the Salmon: Shift the roasted potatoes to the side of the sheet pan and place the salmon fillet skin-side down in the center. Season the salmon with 1/2 teaspoon salt. In a small dish, mix the Dijon mustard and mayonnaise, then spread this mixture evenly over the top of the salmon.
- Bake and Broil the Salmon: Bake the salmon at 450°F for 6 minutes. After baking, switch to the broil setting and broil the salmon for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, placing the pan close to the top of the oven to achieve a nicely browned, slightly crispy top. The salmon should flake easily when done.
- Make Garlic Butter and Finish: Combine the melted butter, grated garlic, and dill in a small bowl. Spoon this garlic dill butter over the hot roasted potatoes. Sprinkle additional dill and red pepper flakes over the salmon for an extra pop of flavor.
- Serve: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the entire sheet pan dish. Flake the salmon into large chunks and serve alongside the flavorful dill potatoes. Enjoy your easy yet elegant sheet pan salmon dinner!
Notes
- Stir the potatoes regularly during roasting to prevent sticking and promote even browning.
- If you prefer, fresh dill can be substituted for freeze-dried dill, using 3 tablespoons fresh in place of 1 tablespoon dried.
- Broiling the salmon finish gives it a nice color and texture but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Skin-on salmon helps keep the fillet moist during cooking and adds crispiness.
- This recipe works great with other small potatoes such as fingerlings.
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