Active Time:15 minsTotal Time:55 minsServings:4

Active Time:15 mins

Active Time:

15 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Total Time:

55 mins

Servings:4

Servings:

4

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Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman

a photo of the ingredients to make Sheet Pan Crusted Salmon with Sliced Leeks

Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients6leeks, white and light green parts only, well rinsed and patted dry2tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oilplus 2½ teaspoons, divided4teaspoonsfresh thymeleaves, divided1teaspoonground pepper, divided½cuplower-sodium vegetable broth1tablespoonlemon juice2tablespoonsDijon mustard2tablespoonschoppedfresh tarragon, divided, plus more for garnish4(5-ounce)skinlesssalmon fillets(1-inch thick)½cupwhole-wheat panko breadcrumbs3tablespoonschopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, divided2teaspoonsgratedlemon zest, divided¼teaspoonsalt, divided1(8-ounce) packageprecooked microwaveable blacklentils¾cupwhole-milk plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt½cupgarlic-and-herb spreadable cheese (such as Boursin or Alouette), at room temperature1clovegarlic, grated

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Ingredients

6leeks, white and light green parts only, well rinsed and patted dry

2tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oilplus 2½ teaspoons, divided

4teaspoonsfresh thymeleaves, divided

1teaspoonground pepper, divided

½cuplower-sodium vegetable broth

1tablespoonlemon juice

2tablespoonsDijon mustard

2tablespoonschoppedfresh tarragon, divided, plus more for garnish

4(5-ounce)skinlesssalmon fillets(1-inch thick)

½cupwhole-wheat panko breadcrumbs

3tablespoonschopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, divided

2teaspoonsgratedlemon zest, divided

¼teaspoonsalt, divided

1(8-ounce) packageprecooked microwaveable blacklentils

¾cupwhole-milk plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt

½cupgarlic-and-herb spreadable cheese (such as Boursin or Alouette), at room temperature

1clovegarlic, grated

DirectionsPreheat oven to 425°F. Trim leeks, removing and discarding dark green parts. Remove and discard outer layer of each leek; cut into 1-inch coins.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina BrockmanToss the leeks with 1 tablespoon oil, 2 teaspoons thyme and ½ teaspoon pepper on a large rimmed baking sheet until well coated. Spread into an even layer around the edges of the pan. Roast until mostly tender and starting to brown, about 10 minutes. Drizzle with ½ cup broth and 1 tablespoon lemon juice; roast until the liquid has been fully absorbed, about 12 minutes.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina BrockmanMeanwhile, stir 2 tablespoons mustard and 1 tablespoon tarragon together in a small bowl; spread evenly over 4 salmon fillets (about 1½ tablespoons each). Combine ½ cup panko, 1 tablespoon each parsley and oil, 1 teaspoon lemon zest and the remaining 2 teaspoons thyme in a medium bowl. Sprinkle evenly over the salmon, pressing gently to adhere.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina BrockmanCarefully flip the leeks. Drizzle the center of the baking sheet with 1½ teaspoons oil and place the salmon there. Roast until the leeks are well browned and the salmon is just cooked through, about 12 minutes. Sprinkle the leeks and salmon with ⅛ teaspoon salt.Meanwhile, prepare lentils according to package directions. Combine ¾ cup yogurt, ½ cup spreadable cheese, the grated garlic and the remaining 1 tablespoon tarragon, 2 tablespoons parsley, 1 teaspoon lemon zest and ½ teaspoon pepper in a bowl. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon oil and ⅛ teaspoon salt to the lentils; toss to coat. Spread the yogurt mixture on 4 plates; top with the lentils, leeks and salmon. Garnish with additional tarragon, if desired.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina BrockmanNutrition InformationServing Size: 1 salmon fillet & about ⅓ cup yogurt mixture, ½ cup leeks & ⅓ cup lentilsCalories 742, Fat 36g, Saturated Fat 13g, Cholesterol 143mg, Carbohydrates 55g, Total Sugars 10g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 48g, Fiber 13g, Sodium 712mg, Potassium 1,178mgFrequently Asked QuestionsYou can make the yogurt spread ahead of time, and it should stay good in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. If you decide to make the entire recipe the day before you’re ready to serve it, it’s best to store each component separately.Absolutely. This recipe would be great with most fatty fish (high in omega-3 fatty acids) like trout or mackerel.You can pair it with something as simple as a refreshing cucumber salad, or try ourRoasted Fingerling PotatoesorGarlic-Rosemary Smashed Potatoesfor something heartier.EatingWell.com, October 2024

Directions

Preheat oven to 425°F. Trim leeks, removing and discarding dark green parts. Remove and discard outer layer of each leek; cut into 1-inch coins.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina BrockmanToss the leeks with 1 tablespoon oil, 2 teaspoons thyme and ½ teaspoon pepper on a large rimmed baking sheet until well coated. Spread into an even layer around the edges of the pan. Roast until mostly tender and starting to brown, about 10 minutes. Drizzle with ½ cup broth and 1 tablespoon lemon juice; roast until the liquid has been fully absorbed, about 12 minutes.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina BrockmanMeanwhile, stir 2 tablespoons mustard and 1 tablespoon tarragon together in a small bowl; spread evenly over 4 salmon fillets (about 1½ tablespoons each). Combine ½ cup panko, 1 tablespoon each parsley and oil, 1 teaspoon lemon zest and the remaining 2 teaspoons thyme in a medium bowl. Sprinkle evenly over the salmon, pressing gently to adhere.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina BrockmanCarefully flip the leeks. Drizzle the center of the baking sheet with 1½ teaspoons oil and place the salmon there. Roast until the leeks are well browned and the salmon is just cooked through, about 12 minutes. Sprinkle the leeks and salmon with ⅛ teaspoon salt.Meanwhile, prepare lentils according to package directions. Combine ¾ cup yogurt, ½ cup spreadable cheese, the grated garlic and the remaining 1 tablespoon tarragon, 2 tablespoons parsley, 1 teaspoon lemon zest and ½ teaspoon pepper in a bowl. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon oil and ⅛ teaspoon salt to the lentils; toss to coat. Spread the yogurt mixture on 4 plates; top with the lentils, leeks and salmon. Garnish with additional tarragon, if desired.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina BrockmanNutrition InformationServing Size: 1 salmon fillet & about ⅓ cup yogurt mixture, ½ cup leeks & ⅓ cup lentilsCalories 742, Fat 36g, Saturated Fat 13g, Cholesterol 143mg, Carbohydrates 55g, Total Sugars 10g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 48g, Fiber 13g, Sodium 712mg, Potassium 1,178mgFrequently Asked QuestionsYou can make the yogurt spread ahead of time, and it should stay good in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. If you decide to make the entire recipe the day before you’re ready to serve it, it’s best to store each component separately.Absolutely. This recipe would be great with most fatty fish (high in omega-3 fatty acids) like trout or mackerel.You can pair it with something as simple as a refreshing cucumber salad, or try ourRoasted Fingerling PotatoesorGarlic-Rosemary Smashed Potatoesfor something heartier.

Preheat oven to 425°F. Trim leeks, removing and discarding dark green parts. Remove and discard outer layer of each leek; cut into 1-inch coins.

an overhead photo of the leeks being sliced

Toss the leeks with 1 tablespoon oil, 2 teaspoons thyme and ½ teaspoon pepper on a large rimmed baking sheet until well coated. Spread into an even layer around the edges of the pan. Roast until mostly tender and starting to brown, about 10 minutes. Drizzle with ½ cup broth and 1 tablespoon lemon juice; roast until the liquid has been fully absorbed, about 12 minutes.

an overhead photo of the leeks spread out on a baking sheet

Meanwhile, stir 2 tablespoons mustard and 1 tablespoon tarragon together in a small bowl; spread evenly over 4 salmon fillets (about 1½ tablespoons each). Combine ½ cup panko, 1 tablespoon each parsley and oil, 1 teaspoon lemon zest and the remaining 2 teaspoons thyme in a medium bowl. Sprinkle evenly over the salmon, pressing gently to adhere.

a photo of the salmon being coated with mustard and panko

Carefully flip the leeks. Drizzle the center of the baking sheet with 1½ teaspoons oil and place the salmon there. Roast until the leeks are well browned and the salmon is just cooked through, about 12 minutes. Sprinkle the leeks and salmon with ⅛ teaspoon salt.

Meanwhile, prepare lentils according to package directions. Combine ¾ cup yogurt, ½ cup spreadable cheese, the grated garlic and the remaining 1 tablespoon tarragon, 2 tablespoons parsley, 1 teaspoon lemon zest and ½ teaspoon pepper in a bowl. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon oil and ⅛ teaspoon salt to the lentils; toss to coat. Spread the yogurt mixture on 4 plates; top with the lentils, leeks and salmon. Garnish with additional tarragon, if desired.

a photo of the Sheet Pan Crusted Salmon with Sliced Leeks served on a ceramic plate

Nutrition InformationServing Size: 1 salmon fillet & about ⅓ cup yogurt mixture, ½ cup leeks & ⅓ cup lentilsCalories 742, Fat 36g, Saturated Fat 13g, Cholesterol 143mg, Carbohydrates 55g, Total Sugars 10g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 48g, Fiber 13g, Sodium 712mg, Potassium 1,178mg

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet & about ⅓ cup yogurt mixture, ½ cup leeks & ⅓ cup lentilsCalories 742, Fat 36g, Saturated Fat 13g, Cholesterol 143mg, Carbohydrates 55g, Total Sugars 10g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 48g, Fiber 13g, Sodium 712mg, Potassium 1,178mg

Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet & about ⅓ cup yogurt mixture, ½ cup leeks & ⅓ cup lentils

Calories 742, Fat 36g, Saturated Fat 13g, Cholesterol 143mg, Carbohydrates 55g, Total Sugars 10g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 48g, Fiber 13g, Sodium 712mg, Potassium 1,178mg

Frequently Asked QuestionsYou can make the yogurt spread ahead of time, and it should stay good in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. If you decide to make the entire recipe the day before you’re ready to serve it, it’s best to store each component separately.Absolutely. This recipe would be great with most fatty fish (high in omega-3 fatty acids) like trout or mackerel.You can pair it with something as simple as a refreshing cucumber salad, or try ourRoasted Fingerling PotatoesorGarlic-Rosemary Smashed Potatoesfor something heartier.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can make the yogurt spread ahead of time, and it should stay good in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. If you decide to make the entire recipe the day before you’re ready to serve it, it’s best to store each component separately.

Absolutely. This recipe would be great with most fatty fish (high in omega-3 fatty acids) like trout or mackerel.

You can pair it with something as simple as a refreshing cucumber salad, or try ourRoasted Fingerling PotatoesorGarlic-Rosemary Smashed Potatoesfor something heartier.

EatingWell.com, October 2024

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