Lemon-Glazed Sockeye with Summer Corn
Seasonal Washington corn, zucchini, and tomatoes roast alongside wild sockeye for a colorful California Modern dinner with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
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Open Nature Skin On Wild Caught Alaskan Sockeye Salmon Fillet1 lb $14.99
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Sweet Corn2 ears $0.50
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Green Zucchini Squash1 lb $1.00
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Red Roma Tomato1 large $0.67
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Lemon Large1 $1.29
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Extra-virgin olive oil2 tablespoons
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Dijon mustard1 teaspoon
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Honey1 teaspoon
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Smoked paprika1/2 teaspoon
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Garlic powder1/2 teaspoon
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Kosher salt3/4 teaspoon, divided
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Black pepper1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 425°F and line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment. Cut the zucchini into 1/2-inch half-moons, remove the corn kernels from the cobs, and dice the tomato.
- Toss the zucchini and corn on the pan with 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the black pepper. Roast for 10 minutes.
- Pat the salmon dry and cut it into two portions. Whisk the remaining olive oil with the Dijon, honey, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and the remaining salt; brush this glaze over the salmon.
- Stir the vegetables, then nestle the salmon among them skin-side down. Roast for 10–14 minutes, until the thickest part of the salmon reaches 145°F and flakes easily.
- Transfer the salmon to two plates and let it rest for 3 minutes. Fold the diced tomato and another squeeze of lemon into the hot roasted vegetables.
- Plate the corn, zucchini, and tomato alongside the salmon, spoon any pan juices over the fish, and serve with lemon wedges.
Total time: 40 minutes
Estimated cost: $18–$20 for 2 servings
Health notes: About 630 calories per serving, with roughly 50 grams of protein plus fiber-rich summer vegetables and heart-healthy fats.
Drink pairing: A crisp Sauvignon Blanc complements the lemony salmon and sweet summer corn.