Sheet Pan Salmon with Roasted Broccoli and Sweet Potatoes

Why You'll Love This Recipe

This balanced dinner comes together in under 40 minutes and makes enough to feed a family or prep several meals in advance. Everything roasts on one pan for easy cleanup, and the combination of salmon, sweet potatoes, and broccoli delivers a nutrient-rich meal that is both hearty and simple.

Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

• •4–6 salmon fillets (about 5–6 oz each)
• •3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• •5 cups broccoli florets (about 2 medium heads)
• •4 tbsp melted ghee or tallow, divided
• •2 tsp garlic powder
• •2 tsp smoked paprika
• •1 tsp onion powder
• •1 tsp dried dill or parsley
• •Salt and black pepper, to taste
• •Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

• •Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet (or two if needed) with parchment paper.
• •Place cubed sweet potatoes on the sheet pan. Drizzle with 2 tbsp ghee or tallow and season with spices, herbs, and salt & pepper. Roast for 15 minutes.
• •Remove the sheet from the oven, toss the sweet potatoes, and add the broccoli, sprinkle with spices, herbs, and salt & pepper. Roast for 15 minutes.
• •Remove sheet pan and add salmon fillets. Drizzle with the remaining 2 tbsp ghee or tallow, sprinkle with spices, herbs, and salt & pepper.
• •Return to the oven and roast for another 15–18 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork and vegetables are tender.
• •Serve with fresh lemon wedges.

Meal Prep Tip

This recipe makes 4–6 servings. Pack into individual containers for easy grab-and-go lunches or dinners. For best results, store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Spotlight

Salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart and brain health. Sweet potatoes provide beta-carotene and fiber to feed beneficial gut bacteria, while broccoli adds vitamin C and phytonutrients.