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Overhead view of sheet pan salmon with creamy scalloped potatoes and asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet with citrus glaze

Sheet Pan Salmon with Creamy Scalloped Potatoes and Asparagus

A complete one pan dinner with flaky citrus herb salmon, creamy garlic scalloped potatoes, and crisp-tender asparagus, all finished with a bright lemon orange glaze. Ready in 40 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 741

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs baby red potatoes sliced thin, about 1/8 inch thick, no peeling needed
  • 1.25 cups heavy cream full-fat for best results
  • 0.5 tsp dried thyme for the potato mixture
  • 0.125 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper or to taste
  • 1 tsp salt for the potato mixture
  • 1 tsp minced garlic jarred or fresh
  • 2 lbs fresh asparagus about 2 bunches, tough ends snapped off
  • 0.25 cup fresh Meyer lemon juice from about 1 large lemon, regular lemon works too
  • 0.25 cup fresh orange juice from half a large orange
  • 0.33 cup olive oil
  • 0.25 tsp salt for the citrus glaze
  • 0.125 tsp dried thyme for the citrus glaze
  • 2 tsp honey start with 1 tsp and adjust to taste
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated preferred
  • 16 oz citrus herb rubbed salmon fillets two 8 oz portions. If using plain frozen salmon, season well with salt, pepper, and dried dill.

Equipment

  • Large rimmed baking sheet (11x17 inch)
  • Large skillet
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Food processor or mandoline slicer
  • Nonstick cooking spray

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a large 11x17 inch rimmed baking sheet generously with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
  2. Wash the baby red potatoes and slice them thin, about 1/8 inch thick. A food processor slicing attachment or mandoline makes this fast and consistent. No need to peel them.
  3. Add the sliced potatoes to a large skillet along with the cream, thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt, and minced garlic. Bring to a low boil over medium to medium-high heat. Once bubbling, reduce heat slightly and simmer while stirring occasionally for about 2 minutes until the cream thickens. The potatoes will still be firm at this point.
  4. Transfer the potatoes and cream to the prepared baking sheet. Spread them into an even layer and bake at 400 degrees F for 10 minutes.
  5. While the potatoes bake, prepare the citrus glaze. In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and orange juice. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly to emulsify. Stir in the salt, pepper, thyme, and honey to taste. Add the trimmed asparagus to the glaze and toss until fully coated. Reserve the remaining glaze in a small bowl for serving.
  6. After the potatoes have baked 10 minutes, remove the pan from the oven. Lift the asparagus out of the glaze and arrange on the pan. Use a spoon to mix things around so some asparagus touches the pan and some potatoes rest on top.
  7. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly over the potatoes and asparagus. Create 4 evenly spaced wells in the mixture. If those spots look dry, give them a quick spray with nonstick cooking spray. Place one salmon fillet into each well.
  8. Bake at 400 degrees F for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender, the asparagus is crisp-tender, and the salmon flakes easily with a fork. Drizzle the reserved citrus glaze generously over everything right before serving.

Notes

Meyer lemons give the glaze a sweeter, mellower flavor. If using regular lemons, add an extra teaspoon of honey to balance. Leftover citrus glaze keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days and doubles as a great salad dressing. Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes for best texture. Asparagus can be swapped for broccolini, cauliflower, or Brussels sprouts. Adjust roasting time accordingly.