Hairy Bikers Salmon Tray Bake Recipe
The Hairy Bikers’ salmon tray bake is a quick and easy dish that features salmon fillets roasted alongside a mix of vegetables, seasoned with olive oil, herbs, and spices. The beauty of this recipe lies in its versatility—you can customize the vegetables and seasonings to suit your taste while enjoying a balanced and delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
- Salmon fillets (4): Skin-on for added flavor and crispiness.
- New potatoes (500g): Halved or quartered, for a hearty base.
- Cherry tomatoes (200g): Adds sweetness and juiciness.
- Red onion (1, large): Sliced into wedges for a caramelized touch.
- Green beans (200g): Trimmed, for freshness and crunch.
- Olive oil (3 tablespoons): For roasting and flavor.
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced): Adds a savory kick.
- Fresh rosemary or thyme (2 sprigs): Aromatic seasoning.
- Lemon (1): Sliced and juiced, for brightness.
- Salt and black pepper: To taste.
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Step 2: Prepare the vegetables
- In a mixing bowl, toss the new potatoes, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and green beans with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Step 3: Roast the vegetables
- Spread the vegetables evenly on a large baking tray. Place the lemon slices and sprigs of rosemary or thyme among the vegetables.
- Roast in the oven for 20 minutes.
Step 4: Add the salmon
- Remove the tray from the oven and place the salmon fillets on top of the vegetables, skin-side down. Drizzle the salmon with the remaining olive oil and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 5: Roast the salmon
- Return the tray to the oven and roast for another 12–15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 6: Serve
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes. Serve the salmon fillets with the roasted vegetables, garnished with additional lemon wedges or fresh herbs.