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Easy Honey Garlic Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner Recipe for Perfect Weeknight Meals

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A quick and easy sheet pan dinner featuring flaky salmon and caramelized veggies coated in a sticky, sweet honey garlic glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe delivers comforting, flavorful meals with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each), skin-on or skinless
  • 3 cups broccoli florets (about 300 g), fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup baby carrots (about 130 g), peeled if needed
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons honey (raw or wildflower preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger (optional)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed sheet pan (13 x 18 inches) with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Toss broccoli florets, baby carrots, and red bell pepper strips with 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Spread evenly on one side of the sheet pan.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger (if using), and red pepper flakes. Adjust sweetness or tanginess to taste.
  4. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them skin-side down on the other half of the sheet pan, ensuring they do not touch the veggies.
  5. Brush the honey garlic sauce generously over the salmon and drizzle a little over the veggies.
  6. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Veggies should be tender with caramelized edges.
  7. Remove from oven and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before roasting to avoid steaming. Do not overcrowd the pan to allow proper caramelization. Check salmon at 10 minutes if fillets are thin to prevent overcooking. Toss veggies halfway through roasting for even cooking if desired. Sauce can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored in the fridge. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days; reheat gently in oven or skillet to maintain texture.

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