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Easy Sheet Pan Salmon with Dill Potatoes Recipe

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This EASY Sheet Pan Salmon with Dill Potatoes recipe is a hassle-free and flavorful meal perfect for weeknight dinners. Tender Yukon baby gold potatoes are roasted to golden perfection with olive oil and kosher salt, steamed with a bit of water for softness, then paired with a juicy salmon filet topped with a tangy Dijon mayo glaze. Finished with a fragrant garlic dill butter and a squeeze of fresh lemon, this sheet pan dish combines simplicity and elegance with minimal cleanup.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Potatoes

  • 24 ounces Yukon baby gold potatoes
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup water

Garlic Dill Butter

  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • 1 tablespoon freeze dried dill, or 3 tablespoons fresh dill

Salmon

  • 1.5 pounds salmon filet, skin-on
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (for seasoning salmon)
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

For Serving

  • Red pepper flakes, to taste
  • Additional fresh dill, for garnish
  • Lemon wedge, for squeezing

Instructions

  1. Prep the Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Toss the Yukon baby gold potatoes with olive oil and kosher salt directly on a sheet pan. Pour 1/2 cup of water onto the pan to create steam during roasting.
  2. Roast the Potatoes: Place the sheet pan in the oven and roast the potatoes for 30 minutes. Stir the potatoes every 10 to 15 minutes using a good spatula to prevent sticking and ensure even golden roasting while the water evaporates.
  3. Prep the Salmon: After the potatoes are cooked, push them to the side of the pan. Lay the salmon filet in the center of the sheet pan, skin side down. Season the salmon with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. In a small bowl, mix together the Dijon mustard and mayonnaise, then spread this mixture evenly over the top of the salmon filet.
  4. Bake and Broil the Salmon: Bake the salmon in the oven for 6 minutes. Then switch to the broiler setting and place the pan close to the top of the oven, broiling the salmon for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until it develops a nicely browned crust and flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Prepare Garlic Dill Butter: While the salmon finishes cooking, combine the melted butter, grated garlic, and dill in a small bowl.
  6. Finish the Dish: Spoon the garlic dill butter over the hot roasted potatoes. Sprinkle the salmon with additional dill and red pepper flakes to taste. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the entire dish to brighten the flavors.
  7. Serve: Flake the salmon into large chunks and serve alongside the dill-infused roasted potatoes. Enjoy this simple, aromatic, and delicious sheet pan meal.

Notes

  • Stir potatoes every 10-15 minutes to prevent sticking and ensure even roasting.
  • Use a good spatula to lift stuck potatoes gently during roasting without mashing.
  • Salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork; avoid overcooking to keep it moist.
  • If fresh dill is not available, freeze-dried dill works perfectly in the garlic butter.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
  • Broiling the salmon at the end helps develop a beautiful golden crust and enhances flavor.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/easy-sheet-pan-salmon-with-dill-potatoes-recipe/