Description
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant Sheet Pan Fajita Salmon with Cilantro Lime Butter. This quick and easy recipe combines succulent salmon fillets with colorful bell peppers and onions, all seasoned with zesty fajita spices. The star of the dish is the homemade Cilantro Lime Butter, which adds a rich, flavorful finish that complements the roasted veggies beautifully. Perfect for serving in warm tortillas, over fluffy rice, or as part of a fresh salad, this meal is not only delicious but also healthy and satisfying. With minimal cleanup required from using just one pan, it’s an ideal choice for busy nights when you want to impress without the hassle.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 package fajita seasoning
- 3 bell peppers (sliced)
- 1/2 large onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 4 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
- Tomatoes
- Avocados
- Guacamole
- Sour cream
- Hot sauce
- Black beans
- Rice
- Tortillas
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine fajita seasoning with salt and optional cayenne pepper. In another bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and reserved salt for the marinade.
- Set aside 1 tablespoon of the marinade for vegetables. Marinate salmon fillets in remaining marinade for 30–60 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Place sliced bell peppers and onions on one side of the baking sheet. Drizzle with reserved marinade and sprinkle with fajita seasoning; toss to coat.
- Roast vegetables for 5–10 minutes based on thickness. Stir halfway through.
- Move veggies aside and place marinated salmon on the other side of the sheet; rub with remaining fajita seasoning.
- Broil for an extra minute or two until slightly charred.
- Spoon melted Cilantro Lime Butter over salmon before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 351
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 682mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added heat, increase cayenne pepper or serve with spicy toppings. Customize by adding your favorite vegetables or toppings like jalapeños or different salsas. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.