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Easy One Pan Salmon Dinner

★★★★★ 13 Reviews Recipe Print
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By: Erin3/5/20

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one pan salmon dinner

This One Pan Salmon Dinner is made with salmon, asparagus, and potatoes. The maple mustard sauce is just too good not to share! The entire family will love this easy gluten-free, pescatarian dish.

salmon dinner

A delicious and easy baked salmon recipe

Let me guess. You saw “one pan” in the title and knew you had to try this recipe! That’s exactly how I feel. Any recipe that requires just one dish and has minimal cleanup is a recipe that I can stand behind.

What’s even better about this one pan recipe, though, is the taste. This is my all-time favorite way to cook salmon because it keeps it juicy, savory, and full of flavor! Brushed with a maple mustard sauce, it’s just simply to die for.

This pescatarian dish is gluten-free and made with just a few simple ingredients. It’s sure to become one of your favorite salmon recipes!

salmon with mustard sauce

Ingredients needed to make baked salmon

This easy dinner recipe consists of 3 main ingredients: salmon, potatoes, and asparagus. Then, we’ll be using olive oil, mustard, and maple syrup as a drizzle coating. Here’s everything that’s included:

  • Salmon
  • Potatoes
  • Asparagus
  • Olive oil
  • Mustard
  • Maple syrup
  • Garlic
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Paprika

Kitchen tools used to make this meal

Get excited, because only four kitchen tools are required to make this one pan recipe. Score! To make this meal, you will need a baking sheet, parchment paper, spatula, and spoon! That’s it.

marinade in measuring cup
asparagus and potatoes on baking sheet

How to make one pan salmon dinner

This salmon dinner is incredibly simple, especially since it only requires one pan. Any meal that’s that simple is a winner in my book! In total, this recipe should only require about 45 minutes to make.

To start, preheat your oven to 425F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

As a recommended step, microwave the baby potatoes for 2 minutes to pre-soften. This helps them cook to the perfect texture in the oven.

Next, place the asparagus on the baking sheet and drizzle 2 tbsp of olive oil, 1/2 tsp of salt, and 1/4 tsp of pepper on top. Toss.

Place the potatoes on the baking sheet next to the asparagus and drizzle with 2 tbsp of olive oil, 1/2 tsp of salt, and 1/4 tsp of pepper. Toss.

Next, bake in the oven for 20 minutes. While that’s baking, begin to prepare the salmon.

Whisk together 1 tbsp olive oil, grainy mustard, maple syrup, garlic, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp of pepper, and paprika.

Once the vegetables have cooked, place the salmon skin side down on the baking sheet and brush the fillets with half of the sauce. Spoon the remaining sauce on the potatoes and asparagus, tossing to blend.

Lastly, bake for 12-14 minutes or until salmon is fully cooked. This may depend on the thickness of the salmon.

Finally, serve and enjoy!

salmon, potatoes, asparagus on baking sheet

Healthy one pot meal

If you’re in need of an easy dinner that won’t require an entire evening of cooking, this is the way to go. Plus, it’s healthy!

Salmon is one of the healthiest seafood options, as it’s full of many different nutrients. It’s a great source of potassium, protein, Omega-3 fatty acids, and B vitamins. Additionally, it’s great for heart health!

As for the asparagus, this ingredient provides vitamins A, C, and K, fiber, and more. It’s a veggie that aids in digestion too.

We all know that potatoes taste great and are full of carbs, but they’re much more than that! Potatoes are wonderful for getting a serving of vitamin C, B6, fiber, and potassium.

All in all, this is a one pot meal that’s great for your taste buds and your health!

How to know your salmon is fully cooked

Salmon must be fully cooked before serving. Time will vary depending on the thickness of your salmon, but it should be ready once it easily flakes apart with a fork.

Salmon should be cooked to at least 145F, per the USFDA. When measuring for temperature, be sure you’re taking the temperature of the thickest part of the salmon.

Possible substitution options

If you’re looking to swap any portion of this recipe, here are some ideas that you may want to consider.

  • Salmon: Salmon alternatives include tuna, cod, or bluefish. If you prefer non-seafood meats, you could use chicken.
  • Potatoes: If you’re looking for an alternative to potatoes, you could consider adding extra veggies to this dish. If you don’t like baked potatoes but still love a nice potato side, you could use mashed potatoes, tater tots, or french fries. These Crispy Baked Chili Lime Sweet Potato Fries are a favorite!
  • Asparagus: Not a huge fan of asparagus? That’s okay! Instead, you could try using broccoli, green beans, brussels sprouts, or carrots.

Craving some more tasty dinners?

I have you covered! If you liked this easy salmon dish, you’ll love these dinner recipes too! From cabbage and potatoes to chicken and chili, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

  • One Pot Cabbage and Potato Skillet
  • One Pan Honey Mustard Chicken Dinner
  • Easy Pumpkin Chili
  • Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken
one pan salmon dinner
one pan salmon
★★★★★ 4.8 from 13 reviews

Easy One Pan Salmon Dinner

This One Pan Salmon Dinner is made with salmon, asparagus, and potatoes. The maple mustard sauce is just too good not to share! The entire family will love this easy gluten-free, pescatarian dish.

Prep: 10Cook: 35Total: 45 minutes
Yield 4 servings 1x
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Ingredients

  • 4 salmon filets
  • 2 lbs baby potatoes, quartered – see note in recipe for suggestion.
  • 1 bunch asparagus with ends trimmed
  • 5 tbsp olive oil (divided)
  • 2 tbsp grainy mustard
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp salt (divided)
  • 1 tsp pepper (divided)
  • 1/2 tsp paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Optional but recommended: microwave whole baby potatoes for 2 minutes to pre-soften. This helps them cook to the perfect texture in the oven. then cut into quarters.
  3. Place asparagus on baking sheet and drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Toss.
  4. Place potatoes on baking sheet next to asparagus and drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Toss.
  5. Bake in oven for 20 minutes. While baking, prepare salmon.
  6. Whisk together 1 tbsp olive oil, grainy mustard, maple syrup, garlic, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, and paprika.
  7. Once vegetables have cooked, place salmon skin side down on baking sheet. Brush fillets with half of the sauce. Spoon remaining sauce on potatoes and asparagus, tossing to blend.
  8. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until salmon is fully cooked (may depend on thickness of salmon).
  9. Serve immediately.
Author: Erin MorrisseyCategory: one pan, gluten-free, dinnerMethod: ovenCuisine: American
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  1. Jill says

    Posted on 8/16 at 8:05 pm

    I ran across this recipe on Pinterest and let me tell you. It is amazing!! Thank you for sharing your talent and this delicious recipe!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/17 at 3:44 pm

      Hi Jill, so happy you loved it! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Vicky says

    Posted on 8/13 at 7:05 pm

    I forget to use the grainy mustard and like the combo
    With the paprika and natural
    Maple

    ★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/15 at 1:59 pm

      Hi Vicky, so happy you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  3. Courtney says

    Posted on 7/10 at 9:03 pm

    Great flavors! We were stuck in a teriyaki salmon rut and this was a wonderful change!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 7/11 at 4:01 pm

      Hi Courtney, so happy you loved it! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Andrea says

    Posted on 12/1 at 7:03 pm

    AMAZING. I have made this numerous times and keep coming back to it over any other salmon recipe!!! I made it for my family over Thanksgiving and they all loved it too 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 12/2 at 3:47 pm

      Hi Andrea, so glad everyone enjoyed it!!

      Reply
  5. Danielle says

    Posted on 8/31 at 7:54 pm

    For whatever reason, cooking salmon at home has always really intimidated me… but I love all of Erin’s recipes that I’ve made, so I had to give this a try!! It is SO easy and SO delicious!! Seriously tastes like something I would get at a restaurant and I did it myself. Thank you for another amazing recipe, Erin!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 9/1 at 4:32 pm

      Hi Danielle, so happy you loved it so much and made salmon for the first time!!

      Reply
  6. Kelsey Weiss says

    Posted on 8/20 at 10:36 am

    Absolutely incredible! Will be a staple in the weekly salmon rotation. Another winner from the whole household. Thanks, Erin!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/21 at 4:15 pm

      Hi Kelsey, so glad you loved it!!

      Reply
  7. Lauren says

    Posted on 8/2 at 7:03 pm

    Delicious! The sauce kept the salmon very moist. Everything cooked up super well. I love how easy and healthy it is. Definitely adding it to the salmon rotation!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/3 at 1:44 pm

      Hi Lauren, so happy you loved it so much!

      Reply
  8. Jen says

    Posted on 7/25 at 9:13 pm

    I keep coming back to this recipe! It’s so easy and delicious. I’ve subbed brussels and sweet potato a few times and both work well too!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 7/27 at 2:41 pm

      Hi Jen, so happy you enjoyed it and great additions!!

      Reply
  9. Katie S says

    Posted on 6/28 at 5:58 pm

    Love this sheet pan meal! It makes dinner so quick and everything tastes delicious! I love the salmon sauce, I should have made more!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 6/29 at 3:59 pm

      Hi Katie, so glad you loved the salmon!!

      Reply
  10. Ellis says

    Posted on 6/21 at 3:48 pm

    I subbed chicken for the salmon since that’s what I had already in my fridge, but the sauce was delicious and worked fantastically on chicken as well.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 6/22 at 2:11 pm

      Hi Ellis, so glad you enjoyed it!! 🙂

      Reply
  11. Regina says

    Posted on 4/13 at 5:53 pm

    YUM! Was looking for a new sauce flavor for salmon and this did not disappoint! Just the right amount of sweetness with the mustard. Will be making again for sure!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 4/15 at 9:02 am

      Hi Regina, so glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  12. Jen says

    Posted on 3/7 at 11:04 pm

    Another ELW knockout recipe! Super simple and sooooo tasty!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 3/8 at 8:09 pm

      Hi Jen, thanks for the kind words! I am so glad you liked it!

      Reply
  13. Jody Donovan says

    Posted on 2/21 at 9:14 pm

    This was delicious! My partner (who likes mustard) suggested a bit more mustard to syrup ratio, but I thought it was perfect.

    Super easy to make and clean up afterward.

    ★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 2/22 at 1:06 pm

      Hi Jody, I am so glad you both enjoyed it!!

      Reply
  14. Kristyn Conrad says

    Posted on 1/26 at 4:11 pm

    I have been craving salmon & this dish hit the spot! The recipe was so easy yet so tasty! A definite do-over.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 1/27 at 5:50 pm

      Hi Kristyn, I am so glad you loved it!

      Reply
  15. Maggie B says

    Posted on 1/3 at 4:12 pm

    I love this simple sheet pan recipe!! We make it probably every other week , it doesn’t get old 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 1/4 at 2:31 pm

      Hi Maggie, so happy you loved it!

      Reply
  16. Alison says

    Posted on 9/2 at 1:09 pm

    In step 7, does that mean you remove the veggies since they are cooked, or do they stay for step 8?

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 9/5 at 12:39 am

      Hi Alison, the veggies stay on! They aren’t fully done cooking. Let me know how your dish comes out!

      Reply
  17. Lydia Galbreath says

    Posted on 4/5 at 1:54 pm

    Do you think you could use honey instead of maple syrup?

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 4/5 at 3:54 pm

      absolutely!

      Reply
  18. Alexandra says

    Posted on 3/9 at 12:46 pm

    Yum! This looks awesome. We’ve been looking to incorporate more fish into our lives, and sheet pan dinners are pretty much the easiest way ever. Thanks for sharing, can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/7 at 12:17 am

      Hi Alexandra, thanks for your kind words! How did it come out?

      Reply
  19. Joseph says

    Posted on 3/7 at 6:19 am

    It is delicious recipe. This post describe whole procedure easily. Thank you for sharing this.

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 3/9 at 10:46 am

      Glad you liked it!

      Reply

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