Moroccan Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
29 mins
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Total Time
34 mins
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Servings
2 people
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Calories
773 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern, Moroccan
Moroccan Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner
Description
The Moroccan Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner recipe features salmon fillets seasoned with a blend of harissa, turmeric, cumin, salt, pepper, and olive oil. The accompanying cauliflower florets and pitted green olives are tossed in half of the same marinade along with lemon slices, then spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Baking at a relatively high temperature of 400°F ensures the fish cooks through while developing a slightly crisp exterior, and the cauliflower becomes tender with some caramelized edges. The harissa paste adds a mild heat and smoky flavor, complemented by turmeric and cumin, while fresh lemon slices contribute bright citrus notes.
This one-pan meal integrates protein and vegetables for a straightforward, bold-flavored dinner. It pairs well with a simple grain like couscous or rice to balance the spices. The mixture of textures includes flaky salmon, slightly crunchy cauliflower, and briny olives.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skin-on fillet of salmon (you can also use skinless salmon)
- 1 cauliflower head
- ½ cup green olives pitted
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons harissa
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon
Instructions
Prep the ingredients
- First, you need to preheat your oven. For perfectly grilled Moroccan fish, I like to set the oven to 400F / 200C. This ensure the vegetables and fish cook fully on the inside, while getting a nice crisp on the outside.
- Prepare your baking sheet by covering it with parchment paper or a reusable silicone mat.
- Cut the cauliflower into florets. Slice the lemon into thin slices. If you want to portion out your salmon prior to baking, then do so now by cutting it into 2-inch-wide slices of about 5oz each.
Mix the marinade
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, harissa, turmeric, cumin, salt and pepper. Whisk well to combine.
Brush the salmon and cauliflower with the marinade
- Brush the salmon liberally with the marinade. Keep it on a plate aside.
- In a large bowl, combine cauliflower florets, olives and half the lemon slices (reserve as many lemon slices as you have pieces of fish, or 3-4 slices for a large salmon fillet). Drizzle the leftover marinade onto the vegetables, and mix well to combine.
- Transfer the cauliflower florets, olives and lemon slices onto the baking sheet.
Bake vegetables
- To ensure the best texture for your veggies, we start by baking them first and add the salmon after. Place the baking sheet into the oven and bake for 15 minutes.
Add spiced salmon to the oven
- After 15 minutes, remove baking tray from the oven. Add salmon fillet onto the tray, nestling it among the cauliflower florets. Cover salmon with the reserved lemon slices that you had set aside.
- Return baking sheet with cauliflower and salmon to the oven for 14 minutes.
Serve Moroccan salmon with cauliflower, lemon slices and olives on the side
- After 29 minutes of total baking time, your fish should be slightly browned around the edges and flaky on the inside. The cauliflower should be easily pierced with a knife.
- Once ready, remove the baking tray from the oven. Taste, and season with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
- Serve your spiced Moroccan salmon with the baked lemon slices, and a mix of harissa and turmeric-tinged cauliflower and olives on the side. You may also enjoy a dollop of yogurt on the side.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 773 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 773kcal | 39% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 58g | 116% |
| Fat | 51g | 78% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 143mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 2092mg | 87% |
| Potassium | 1899mg | 40% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 260IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 170mg | 189% |
| Calcium | 125mg | 13% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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