Sheet Pan Salmon and Broccoli – A Healthy Dinner Recipe For Two!

If you are looking for a delicious, easy and healthy dinner recipe, you are going to love this Sheet Pan Salmon and Broccoli recipe. Salmon that has been coated with a simple, yet tasty glaze and cooked with Parmesan flavored broccoli on a single sheet pan in the oven.

When you are cooking for two, it is easier to make meals that can be portioned prior to cooking. Wether you are making Honey Garlic Salmon, French Onion Chicken, or Sheet Pan Chicken Leg Quarters and Vegetables you can cook exactly the amount that you need.

And that is why this recipe has become one of my favorite weeknight meals. I can not only control the amount of food that is baked on the sheet pan, but I also love the fact that everything is cooked together.

Simply pull the pan out of the oven, and dinner is ready to serve! No waiting for the side dish to finish cooking, and no waiting for the meat to come to the correct temperature.

It is an easy recipe that even the novice cook can master. And there is nothing more satisfying knowing that you are eating a delicious dinner that is also healthy as well!

Sheet Pan Salmon and Broccoli Recipe

*A printable recipe card is located at the bottom of this article which contains the specific measurements, temperatures and cook times. However, continue reading below to learn about more helpful tips about this specific recipe.

INGREDIENTS

• Salmon fillets
• Hoisin or Teriyaki sauce
• Dijon Mustard
• Lemon juice
• Garlic clove, minced
• Salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Broccoli Ingredients

• Broccoli florets, cut in bite size pieces
• Olive oil
• Finely grated Parmesan cheese
• Chopped fresh parsley
• Garlic clove, minced
• Salt and ground black pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

The first step in making this sheet pan salmon and broccoli recipe is to preheat the oven and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, aluminum foil, or a silicone baking sheet.

I prefer to use a silicone baking mat whenever possible. It is a reusable mat that you place on your baking sheet that prevents food items from sticking to it when baked.

Then you simply wash it off when you do the dishes and put it away until you need it next time. I have saved a lot of money by not having to purchase disposable parchment paper any more.

Once your baking sheet is lined, spray the surface with non-stick cooking spray. This will help the bottom of the salmon to crisp up perfectly when baked.

Now that the pan is ready, it is time to prepare the salmon. First, pat the salmon filets dry on both sides with paper towels.

Then season the bottom of the salmon with salt and pepper to taste. Place the filets, skin side down, in the center of baking sheet.

If you are using skinless salmon, season the bottom of the filet and place it bottom side down on the baking sheet. Set the pan aside while you prepare the glaze.

Glaze Instructions

In a small bowl add the Hoisin or Teriyaki sauce, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Then mix the ingredients until well incorporated.

Use a pastry brush to brush the top of each salmon filet with the glaze mixture. Now set the sheet pan aside while you prepare the broccoli.

Prepare The Broccoli

Wash and pat the broccoli dry. Cut the florets in manageable, bite size pieces and place in a large bowl. Set aside.

In a small mixing bowl whisk together the oil, grated Parmesan cheese, fresh chopped parsley, and minced garlic. Pour the mixture over the broccoli florets and toss to coat. Then season with salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste.

Place the broccoli on the sheet pan, around the salmon fillets that are in the center of the pan. Then place the pan in the preheated oven.

Bake for 12-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon filets. The salmon is done when the center has turned opaque in color and is light and flaky when cut with a fork.

Remove from the sheet pan from the oven and serve immediately.

Helpful Cooking Tips

1. Purchase wild-caught salmon whenever possible.

Although it is more expensive than farm-raised salmon, it is much healthier for you.

In fact, wild caught salmon has less calories and less saturated fat content because farm-raised salmon are fed a high protein, high fat diet in order to maximize their growth. Not to mention, they are also given antibiotics to prevent disease from spreading in a highly populated tank.

Instead, look for salmon labeled wild-caught at the seafood counter of your grocery store. If you can’t find it there, look for frozen wild-caught filets in the seafood freezer section.

2. Purchase similar size salmon filets.

In order for the salmon to be done at the same time, be sure to purchase filets that are equal in size. It is most important that the thickness of each filet is similar so that they get finished cooking at the same time.

However, depending on the size of the salmon, you may need to adjust the actual cook time. Thicker filets will need more cook time and thinner filets less.

3. Allow the salmon time to come to room temperature before cooking.

It is best to let the salmon filets warm to room temperature before placing the sheet pan with the salmon and broccoli in the oven. This allows the flesh to warm up just enough so that it isn’t shocked by the high heat of the oven.

Simply place the salmon on the counter before you preheat the oven and then gather the other ingredients. By the time you have everything made and ready to go, the filets will be close to room temperature.

4. Cut the broccoli in bite size pieces.

Wether you purchase an entire head of broccoli or broccoli florets, be sure to cut them into bite size pieces. That way the broccoli will cook at the same rate that it takes the salmon to be done.

The broccoli will be nice and tender, but still have a little crunch to them. It is the perfect compliment to the soft, light and flaky fish.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I Make This Recipe With Another Type Of Fish?

If you aren’t a salmon lover, or have other fish that you prefer, you can definitely substitute the fish in this sheet pan salmon and broccoli recipe.

It is best to use a mild white fish such as cod, tilapia or mahi mahi. Steer away from thick fish filets as they will require a longer baking time.

2. What Other Vegetables Do You Recommend?

Although this recipe calls for broccoli, you can use a variety of vegetables in this recipe. Just be sure that they can be roasted in 15 minutes when put in an oven set to 450°F.

Some suggested vegetables that you could substitute are fresh green beans, asparagus, bell pepper, zucchini and onions.

3. How Do I Store Leftovers?

Store the leftovers from sheet pan salmon and broccoli in a closed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It is best to reheat the the leftovers in a skillet with a little water rather than reheating in the microwave.

This method of reheating will help prevent that strong oder that will linger in a closed microwave for days.

Enjoy! Mary

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