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Sheet-Pan "Cheat Code" Harissa-Honey Salmon & Blistered Veggies

Sheet-Pan "Cheat Code" Harissa-Honey Salmon & Blistered Veggies

Listen, it's Monday night, you're tired, and the absolute last thing you want is a sink full of dishes. Enter my harissa-honey cheat code. We are taking simple salmon fillets, brushing them with an instant three-ingredient sweet-and-spicy glaze, and roasting them right alongside zucchini and cherry tomatoes that basically melt into their own sauce. Fast, fierce flavor, and exactly one pan to wash.

Elena Reyes
Elena Reyes
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Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
4
easy
dinner
sheet-pan30-minute-mealzero-fusspescatarian+1

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Timeline

29 minutes
0m10m20m29m
Prep & Toss Veggies
5m
Roast Veggies
8m
Mix Harissa Glaze
3m
Add Salmon & Glaze
Final Bake
12m
Garnish & Serve

Ingredients

  • 4 (6-oz) fillets salmon fillets(Skin on or off, whatever you prefer)
  • 2 medium zucchini(Halved lengthwise and sliced into thick half-moons)
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes(Left whole)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp harissa paste(Store-bought jarred paste. Use mild if you are sensitive to heat!)
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce(The secret ingredient for salt and umami balance)
  • 1/3 cup feta cheese(Crumbled)
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill(Roughly chopped (can sub mint or parsley))

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 425°F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss 2 medium zucchini and 1 pint cherry tomatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread them out into an even layer.

    5 min

    Tip: Don't crowd the pan! If your pan is too small, the veggies will steam instead of blister. Use two pans if you need to.

  2. 2

    Transfer the sheet pan to the oven and roast the vegetables for 8 minutes. We want to give them a head start so they get deeply tender and caramelized without overcooking the fish later.

    8 min

  3. 3

    While the vegetables are roasting, grab a small bowl. Whisk together 2 tbsp harissa paste, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp soy sauce. This is your 'cheat code' glaze—it takes 30 seconds to make but tastes like it simmered all afternoon.

    3 min

    Tip: Every brand of harissa is different. Give it a tiny taste—if it's super spicy, you can add another squeeze of honey to balance it out.

  4. 4

    Carefully remove the hot sheet pan from the oven. Push the partially roasted vegetables to the edges to clear a space in the center. Place the 4 (6-oz) fillets salmon fillets in the middle of the pan. Spoon the harissa-honey glaze generously over the top of each fillet.

    2 min

    Tip: If your veggies gave off a lot of liquid, that's okay! It'll mix with the glaze drippings and create an amazing pan sauce.

  5. 5

    Return the pan to the oven and roast for another 10 to 12 minutes. You'll know it's done when the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and the tomatoes have completely burst.

    12 min

    Tip: If you want slightly charred edges on the salmon, flip the oven to broil for the final 90 seconds. Keep a very close eye on it!

  6. 6

    Remove the pan from the oven. Immediately scatter 1/3 cup feta cheese and 1/4 cup fresh dill all over the hot vegetables and salmon. Serve right off the pan!

    2 min

Chef's Notes

Harissa is one of my absolute favorite pantry staples. It's a North African chili paste packed with garlic, citrus, and spices. If you aren't using it yet, this recipe will convert you! If you want to bulk this up for extra hungry eaters, serve it over some quick 90-second microwave quinoa or with warm pita bread to sop up the pan juices.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Sheet-Pan "Cheat Code" Harissa-Honey Salmon & Blistered Veggies take to make?

Sheet-Pan "Cheat Code" Harissa-Honey Salmon & Blistered Veggies takes about 25 minutes total. That includes 5 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking.

How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings.

What skill level is needed for Sheet-Pan "Cheat Code" Harissa-Honey Salmon & Blistered Veggies?

This recipe is rated easy — it's beginner-friendly and straightforward.

What ingredients do I need for Sheet-Pan "Cheat Code" Harissa-Honey Salmon & Blistered Veggies?

The main ingredients are: salmon fillets, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, harissa paste, honey, soy sauce, feta cheese, fresh dill.

What type of meal is Sheet-Pan "Cheat Code" Harissa-Honey Salmon & Blistered Veggies?

Sheet-Pan "Cheat Code" Harissa-Honey Salmon & Blistered Veggies is categorized as: dinner.