Description

A quick and easy sheet pan dinner featuring salmon fillets glazed with a sweet, smoky, and mildly spicy honey chipotle sauce, roasted alongside your favorite vegetables for a flavorful and fuss-free meal.

Ingredients

Scale

4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each / 170g each), skin-on or skinless
1/4 cup honey (85g)
2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 30ml)
2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml), divided
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt, to taste (preferably kosher salt)
Black pepper, freshly cracked, to taste
4 cups vegetables for roasting (about 600g) such as green beans, cherry tomatoes, or thinly sliced bell peppers

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash and trim your vegetables. Place them on one side of a large rimmed sheet pan. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper, then toss to coat.
Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels to help the glaze stick and the skin crisp up.
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, minced chipotle peppers, minced garlic, lime juice, smoked paprika, and 1 tablespoon olive oil until smooth and glossy. Adjust spiciness by adding more chipotle or cayenne if desired.
Push the veggies to one side of the sheet pan. Lay the salmon fillets skin-side down on the empty side. Brush each fillet generously with the honey chipotle glaze, including the sides. For extra crispy skin, lightly brush salmon skin with olive oil before glazing.
Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, depending on thickness, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily (internal temperature about 145°F / 63°C). Vegetables should be tender and slightly caramelized.
Optional: Switch oven to broil and broil for 1-2 minutes to caramelize the glaze. Watch closely to prevent burning.
Carefully transfer salmon fillets and roasted vegetables to plates. Optionally, squeeze extra lime juice over the top and garnish with chopped cilantro or green onions. Serve with a simple side salad or crusty bread.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before glazing to ensure crispy skin. Adjust chipotle amount to control spice level. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Line sheet pan with foil or parchment for easier cleanup if desired. Check salmon at 12 minutes to avoid overcooking. Leftovers reheat best gently in a skillet with olive oil to maintain moisture. Avoid freezing to preserve texture and glaze quality.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with
Calories: 350
Sugar: 12
Sodium: 120
Fat: 15
Saturated Fat: 2.5
Carbohydrates: 15
Fiber: 3
Protein: 30

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