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Bringing you all the color with this easy Sheet Pan Salmon with Citrus Avocado Salsa and Potatoes. Baby potatoes roasted alongside herby, citrus roasted salmon. Topped with a fresh citrus avocado salsa and sesame tossed arugula. This is quick, easy, extra colorful, super flavorful, and so delicious. The perfect dinner to serve any night of the week. Or incorporate this healthy recipe into your weekly meal prep and enjoy for lunches and dinners throughout the week.

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This is pretty cheesy, but even just looking at this colorful sheet pan salmon has me excited…and somehow instantly brightens my mood as well. It’s full of healthy ingredients, is beyond vibrant, so delicious, and yet somehow it’s still warm and cozy too. It’s basically everything, and I’m very excited to share this easy recipe with you all.

It’s funny, I LOVE my rich and cozy and super hearty fall/early winter recipes so much. I look forward to them every single year, but currently? I love these healthier January recipes more. I find it crazy how easily I can adapt and be excited about the season we are in (I’m not so easily adaptable in other areas!) I can’t say that I’m ready for spring, but just greatly enjoying this healthy winter food. It’s always a challenge come January to create recipes that I find both comforting and healthy, but (for the most part) I’m really enjoying the change of pace.

Which brings me to this salmon, another recipe I made a couple of weeks ago and have been dying to share. It’s a new staple recipe for winter. You know, one of those dinners that I’ll be making time and time again. The colors, the flavors, it’s all soo good…and so healthy!

shallots and citrus on cutting board with herbs

Here is how to make the best sheet pan salmon.

As you can probably guess, this is a one and done kind of recipe.

The potatoes are the first step since they take the longest to cook. Toss them into the oven to begin roasting. While the potatoes are roasting, season the salmon. I went with very fresh, Cuban inspired flavors. So, plenty of fresh oregano, wintry citrus (both orange and lemon), and shallots, which I think are very key. The combination of zesty citrus and tangy shallots are way too good. Kind of savory, but a little sweet, which is my favorite flavor profile.

Once the potatoes have been roasting for a bit and are beginning to soften, add the salmon to that very same sheet pan along with a few thin slices of fresh orange. The orange slices will lightly char as the salmon cooks, releasing their juice and infusing flavor into everything on the pan.

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The citrus avocado salsa…

Yes, you do need this too!

It’s no secret that I love salsa, sauces, spreads…basically all “saucy” things that add an additional layer of flavor. This avocado salsa? Hands down one of the better salsas I’ve made. It’s a mix of all of my favorite things, including avocado, fresh wintry citrus, herbs, and flaky sea salt. I kept it pretty simple since I wanted to highlight the tart citrus, fresh cilantro, and fresh parsley.

Spoon the salsa over top of the salmon. Once the herbs hit the warm fish everything immediately smells insanely delicious. Finish it all off with flaky sea salt and your dinner is complete. Just one sheet pan, plus one bowl for the salsa…pretty, easy right?

OH! But wait, I did forget the arugula, which is not needed but adds a really nice peppery bite. And I tossed in toasted sesame seeds too for a little nuttiness. Delicious.

This all feels very Cuban inspired. Everything from the colors to the herbs, to all the citrus, feels Cuban and has me instantly dreaming of our next warm, beachy vacation.

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Meal Prepping?

Aside from this recipe being both easy and delicious, it also triples as a great recipe for meal prep. You can put all the components together in glass meal prep containers (not including the avocado salsa), and keep stored in the fridge for 3-4 days. For the salsa, I’d recommend making that the day of, as the avocado can get a little brown as it sits.

This would be a great meal to pack up as a work lunch or use as an incredibly fast dinner.

So with that, how about sheet pan salmon tonight and leftovers for lunch tomorrow? You could even add some steamed rice to make it a touch heartier. Or go lighter with additional arugula and turn this into a salad. Any way you serve this up you can’t go wrong.

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If you make this sheet pan salmon, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!

Sheet Pan Salmon with Citrus Avocado Salsa and Potatoes

Author: Tieghan Gerard
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories Per Serving: 494 kcal

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Ingredients

CITRUS AVOCADO SALSA

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Instructions

  • 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss the potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper. Roast for 20 minutes, or until tender. 
    2. Place the salmon on a plate and rub with the oregano, paprika, orange zest, lemon zest, crushed red pepper flakes, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, rubbing the seasonings evenly into each filet. 
    3. Remove the potatoes from the oven and push them to one side of the pan. Put the salmon on the other side. Arrange the shallots and orange slices around the salmon. Drizzle over 1 tablespoon olive oil. Return the pan to oven and roast for 10 to 20 minutes more, until the salmon reaches desired doneness.
    4. Meanwhile, make the salsa. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and toss to combine.
    5. Toss the arugula with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, the sesame seeds, and a pinch of salt.
    6. To serve, divide the salmon and potatoes between plates. Spoon the salsa over the salmon. Add a handful of arugula to each plate. Eat and enjoy!
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This post was originally published on January 14, 2020
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  1. 5 stars
    Family loved this tonight!!!. I’m new to baking salmon at home…always leary about it smelling. I didn’t have arugula so I added avocado salsa (didn’t use the parsley) on top of salmon and topped with the sesame seeds. Thought the seeds added a nice nutty flavor! This recipe will be on heavy rotate here.

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  2. 5 stars
    Family loved this tonight!!!. I’m new to baking salmon at home…always leary about it smelling. I didn’t have arugula so I added avocado salsa (didn’t use the parsley) on top of salmon and topped with the sesame seeds. Thought the seeds added a nice nutty flavor! This recipe will be on heavy rotate here.

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  3. My sister and I made this for dinner tonight. So delish!! My sister’s first HBH recipe……but not her last! Thanks for another great recipe, Tieghan!

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    1. I am so glad this turned out so well for the both of you!! Especially as your first! Thank you so much for trying this Patty! I hope you and your sister continue to love my recipes! xTieghan

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  4. 5 stars
    As usual, another winner!
    I made this tonight and my husband and I both loved it. (My two year old asked me to scrape off the zest)

    I can’t thank you enough for the fool proof recipes and the inspiration to provide delicious and healthful food for my family.

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  5. Is there a reason that you changed the avocado citrus salsa recipe in this dish from the one in the Sheet Pan Cuban Chicken recipe? They are similar but a few key differences. I really liked the salsa in the Cuban Chicken recipe but is this recipe more suited to the Salmon or did you just decide to change it up?

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    1. Hey Clan! I just changed up the recipe and honestly had forgotten about the other salsa. Either salsa is great and either works well with this salmon. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you!! xTieghan

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  6. Looking forward to trying this! Any other recommendations on fish I could use besides salmon? I’m trying to avoid farmed salmon and it’s sometimes hard to get my hands on affordable wild salmon. Any thoughts?

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    1. Hi Sarah! I would try using Mahi Mahi or shrimp (but only cook the shrimp 8-10 minutes). Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you!! xTieghan

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    1. Hi Ava! I am sure sweet potatoes will be great! Love that idea! Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you!! xTieghan

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  8. 5 stars
    Made this last night. Even without the arugula (shortage in our area), it was amazing. Will definitely make again.

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    1. HI LC! Yes, chicken will be great. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you!! xTieghan

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  11. 5 stars
    I’m making this tonight! Looks delicious, healthy and easy. My Husband doesn’t care for Salmon, so will add a piece of Cod Loin for him and think the flavors will be great for both kinds of fish.

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  12. 5 stars
    “One and Done” kinds of recipes are the very BEST! And how can you possibly go wrong with a citrus avocado salsa complimenting this salmon? The whole thing looks AMAZING! I would have to say salmon is probably my favorite seafood to prepare and this one will have to go top of my list. Thanks so much for sharing.

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