Sheet-Pan Citrus Salmon With White Beans Recipe
This vibrant Sheet-Pan Citrus Salmon with White Beans recipe combines tender salmon fillets with zesty citrus rounds and creamy white beans, all baked together on a single sheet pan. Infused with fresh ginger and ground coriander, this dish is an effortless, flavorful, and healthy meal perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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For the Citrus Salmon and Beans
- 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus more for drizzling
- 1 small grapefruit, zested (about 1 tablespoon) and sliced into thin rounds, seeds removed
- 1 small seedless orange, such as navel, zested (about 1 tablespoon) and sliced into thin rounds
- 1 tablespoon finely grated ginger (from a 1-inch piece)
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 4 (4- to 6-ounce) skinless salmon fillets
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 (15-ounce) can white beans, rinsed
- 1 lime, quartered, for serving
- 2 to 3 sprigs of cilantro, leaves gently torn
Instructions
- Preheat and Marinate Salmon: Heat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. In a medium bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of olive oil with the grapefruit zest, orange zest, grated ginger, and ground coriander. Season the salmon fillets all over with salt, then add them to the bowl. Toss gently to coat the salmon thoroughly with the citrus-ginger mixture.
- Prepare Sheet Pan with Citrus and Beans: On a large sheet pan, toss the white beans and citrus rounds with the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil and season lightly with salt. Arrange some of the citrus rounds side by side on the pan so the salmon fillets can rest fully on top of them. Spread the remaining beans evenly around the fish and citrus. Drizzle the beans lightly with additional olive oil and season the salmon with a few grinds of black pepper.
- Bake the Dish: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake until the salmon is just cooked through and the center remains a light pink color. This usually takes between 12 to 15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon fillets.
- Serve: After baking, squeeze one of the lime quarters over the salmon for a fresh citrus finish. Garnish with torn cilantro leaves. Serve the sheet-pan salmon with the remaining lime quarters on the side.
Notes
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the salmon fillets to avoid overcooking.
- For extra flavor, let the salmon marinate in the citrus and spices mixture for 15-30 minutes before baking.
- Use skinless salmon for easier eating and presentation, but skin-on can be used if preferred, just adjust baking time slightly.
- The white beans add creaminess and texture and soak up the citrus oil beautifully—don’t skip them!
- Fresh cilantro adds brightness; if unavailable, fresh parsley can be used as an alternative garnish.
- To keep this dish gluten-free and healthy, avoid any additives in your canned beans and choose low-sodium options if possible.
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