Tuscan Roasted Sockeye with Zucchini
A summery Tuscan-style sheet-pan dinner with wild sockeye, zucchini, tomatoes, Walla Walla sweet onion, and crisp roasted potatoes for an easy WA July meal.
Ingredients
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Fresh Sockeye Salmon Fillet Wild Caught (sustainably sourced)10 to 12 oz, cut into 2 portions $15.99
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Zucchini1 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch half-moons $1.79
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Private Selection® Walla Walla Sweet Onions1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced $3.99
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Kroger® Fresh Grape Tomatoes1 cup $2.99
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Kroger® Gold Potatoes12 oz, cut into 3/4-inch pieces $1.99
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Kroger® Fresh Lemons Bag1 lemon, zested and cut into wedges $4.99
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Kroger® Whole Garlic Bulbs2 cloves, minced $2.49
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North Shore Potted Living Basil2 tablespoons torn leaves $4.79
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Olive oil2 tablespoons
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Dried oregano or Italian seasoning1 teaspoon
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Kosher salt3/4 teaspoon, plus more to taste
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Black pepper1/2 teaspoon
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Red pepper flakespinch, optional
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 425°F and line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment or foil for easier cleanup. Pat the salmon dry, check for pin bones, and season it lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, toss the potato pieces with 1 tablespoon olive oil, half the minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a few grinds of pepper. Spread on the sheet pan and roast for 20 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
- Meanwhile, toss the zucchini, Walla Walla onion, and grape tomatoes in the same bowl with 1 tablespoon olive oil, remaining garlic, remaining oregano, lemon zest, red pepper flakes if using, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper.
- Remove the pan from the oven, push the potatoes to one side, and add the zucchini, onion, and tomatoes in an even layer. Roast for 8 minutes to start softening the vegetables.
- Place the salmon portions skin-side down among the vegetables, squeeze a lemon wedge over each piece, and roast until the salmon flakes and reaches 125°F to 130°F for medium or 145°F for fully cooked, about 8 to 12 minutes depending on thickness.
- Rest the salmon on the hot pan for 3 minutes. Taste the vegetables and potatoes, adding a little more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
- Plate the salmon over the roasted zucchini, tomatoes, onion, and potatoes; finish with torn basil and extra lemon wedges.
Total time: 45 minutes
Estimated cost: About $22–$28 using the listed salmon, zucchini, potatoes, tomatoes, lemon, and Walla Walla onion, with pantry oil and seasonings.
Health notes: Serves 2; about 560 calories per serving with high protein, omega-3 fats, and a balanced mix of vegetables and potatoes.
Drink pairing: A bright Sauvignon Blanc works well with the lemony salmon, tomatoes, and herbs.