Description
A simple and healthy sheet pan dinner featuring tender roasted Brussels sprouts and perfectly baked salmon fillets, seasoned with garlic and oregano for a flavorful, nutritious meal that’s quick to prepare and easy to clean up.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 lbs Brussels sprouts, trimmed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for Brussels sprouts)
Salmon
- 6-8 salmon fillets (3-4 oz each)
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for salmon)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Brussels Sprouts: Preheat your oven to 450°F. Grease a sheet pan to prevent sticking. Trim the Brussels sprouts by cutting off the ends and halving any large ones to ensure even cooking.
- Toss Brussels Sprouts with Seasoning: In a large bowl, toss the trimmed Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Initial Roasting of Brussels Sprouts: Spread the Brussels sprouts evenly in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan. Roast in the oven for 14 minutes, stirring once halfway through to promote even browning.
- Season and Add Salmon: While the Brussels sprouts roast, season the salmon fillets with dried oregano, salt, pepper, and drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. After the initial 14 minutes, create space on the sheet pan and add the salmon fillets beside the Brussels sprouts.
- Finish Cooking Together: Return the sheet pan to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the Brussels sprouts are tender and caramelized.
Notes
- Make sure to not overcrowd the sheet pan to ensure even roasting of both salmon and Brussels sprouts.
- Adjust cooking time slightly if salmon fillets are thicker or thinner than 3-4 oz.
- Substitute dried oregano with fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary if desired.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end of cooking, but watch carefully to avoid burning.
