A recipe with a plan

Baked Salmon with Potatoes for Two

A sheet-pan baked salmon and potato dinner for two with practical timing and exact portions.

Serves

2 people

Total time

30 min

Active time

17 min

Cleanup

One Pan

salmon
potatoes
Illustrative image of baked salmon with potatoes served in a simple everyday setting

The useful part

How to make it

  1. 1

    Heat the oven to 425°F. Toss the potatoes with half the oil and roast them for 20 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add the salmon and asparagus to the pan, brush the salmon with the remaining oil, and season with lemon and dill.

  3. 3

    Roast for 10 to 14 minutes until the salmon flakes easily and reaches 145°F at the thickest point.

  4. 4

    Squeeze lemon over the pan and serve the salmon with the potatoes and asparagus.

No scavenger hunt required

Easy substitutions

Use the closest swap that fits what you have and the texture you want.

salmon

chicken or white beans, adjusting cooking time

fresh vegetables

frozen vegetables or another quick-cooking seasonal vegetable

Make tomorrow easier

Leftover plan

Leftover plan

Save extra portions for lunch, and keep sauces or crisp toppings separate when texture matters.

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in a shallow sealed container and use them within 3 days.

Reheat

Reheat gently to 165°F throughout, adding a splash of water or broth when the texture needs help.

Food safety guidance

For cooling, storing, and reheating details, use the USDA references below.