One Pan Lemon Herb Salmon and Zucchini
If you’re searching for a quick and nutritious meal that delivers on flavor, look no further than this One Pan Lemon Herb Salmon and Zucchini recipe. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights, combining tender salmon fillets with fresh zucchini, all seasoned with bright lemon and aromatic herbs. Not only does it come together in about 30 minutes, but it also requires just one pan, making cleanup a breeze. Bursting with omega-3s and vitamins, this family-friendly meal will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. Serve it up for dinner and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 medium zucchinis (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon fresh dill (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and chopped herbs.
- Slice zucchini into rounds and toss with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange seasoned salmon in the center of the baking sheet surrounded by zucchini rounds.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon is cooked through (145°F) and zucchini is tender.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with zucchini (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg