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Sheet Pan Garlic Herb Salmon With Green Beans – Holiday Side Dish Recipe

Sheet pan garlic herb salmon with green beans roasts together on one baking sheet for an easy holiday meal. The salmon gets a lemony herb butter topping while the green beans turn tender alongside it.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Resting 5 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the green beans
  • 1 lb green beans trimmed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt divided
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper divided
For the salmon
  • 2 lb salmon skin-on, pin bones removed
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced

Equipment

  • 1 18x13-inch rimmed baking sheet

Method
 

Roast the green beans
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. Toss the green beans with the olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper.
  3. Spread the green beans over one half of an 18x13-inch rimmed baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 8 minutes.
Prepare and roast the salmon
  1. Stir together the melted butter, garlic, parsley, thyme, lemon zest and juice, and the remaining salt and pepper.
  2. Set the salmon skin-side down on the empty half of the baking sheet.
  3. Spoon the herb butter evenly over the salmon.
  4. Return the pan to the oven and roast for 12 to 15 minutes, until the thickest part of the salmon reaches 145°F and the green beans are tender.
  5. Rest the salmon for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For the best texture, check the salmon at the start of the 12 to 15 minute roasting range. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days; freezing is suitable. For a dairy-free option, replace the butter with olive oil.