Winter – Roasted Root Vegetables & Cranberries Sheet Pan Salmon with Cranberry-Orange Sauce

Total Time: 35 mins Difficulty: Beginner
Warm, hearty, and brightened with a festive citrus-berry glaze.

Winter – Roasted Root Vegetables & Cranberries Sheet Pan Salmon with Cranberry-Orange Sauce

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 20 mins Total Time 35 mins
Best Season: Winter

Description

Tender salmon roasts alongside a medley of sweet root vegetables—carrots, parsnips, and golden beets—infused with the tart pop of fresh cranberries. A quick homemade cranberry-orange sauce brings the dish together with a burst of citrusy brightness, balancing the earthy vegetables and rich fish. It’s a colorful, nutrient-dense centerpiece for cozy winter nights or holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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Salmon & Vegetables:

Cranberry-Orange Sauce:

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, and cranberries with olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Arrange around salmon on a parchment-lined sheet pan.
  3. Season salmon with salt, pepper, and a light drizzle of olive oil.
  4. Roast 22–25 minutes until salmon is cooked and vegetables are tender.
  5. Simmer sauce ingredients in a small pan for 5–6 minutes until cranberries burst and sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Spoon sauce over salmon and garnish with extra thyme.
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