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Quick Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Lemon Salmon Sheet Pan Meal

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A fast and healthy sheet pan meal featuring flaky salmon infused with bright lemon and earthy turmeric, roasted alongside tender vegetables for an easy, nourishing dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon filets (about 6 oz / 170 g each), wild-caught recommended
  • 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional but recommended)
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (about 5.3 oz / 150 g)
  • 1 cup baby carrots (about 4.6 oz / 130 g)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (about 5.3 oz / 150 g)
  • Fresh parsley, a handful chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, turmeric powder, lemon zest and juice, minced garlic, honey, sea salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.
  3. Wash and dry the vegetables. Cut larger pieces into uniform sizes. Toss the broccoli, baby carrots, and cherry tomatoes with half of the marinade to coat evenly.
  4. Arrange the vegetables evenly on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space for the salmon filets.
  5. Pat the salmon filets dry with paper towels. Place them skin-side down on the sheet pan and brush or spoon the remaining marinade generously over each filet.
  6. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
  7. Optional: About halfway through roasting (after 7 minutes), gently stir the vegetables with tongs or a spatula for even cooking.
  8. Remove from oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley and an extra squeeze of lemon juice if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before marinating to help the marinade stick and improve browning. Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure even roasting. Use fresh lemon zest for brighter flavor. Watch cooking time carefully to avoid drying out the salmon. Stir vegetables halfway through roasting for even caramelization. Turmeric can stain surfaces and clothes, so handle with care. Honey balances the tartness of lemon and bitterness of turmeric but can be substituted with maple syrup for a vegan option.

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