Roasted Salmon with Leeks

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this elegant Roasted Salmon with Leeks recipe—a perfect balance of simplicity and sophistication. Featuring tender, flaky salmon fillets roasted atop a bed of caramelized leeks, this dish is infused with the bright, citrusy notes of fresh lemon slices and the earthy aroma of thyme. A quick sauté of garlic and leeks forms a luscious base, optionally deglazed with white wine for added depth of flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes in the oven, this one-pan meal is as practical as it is impressive. Serve it as a light yet satisfying main course that pairs beautifully with roasted potatoes, a leafy salad, or crusty bread for soaking up the juices. Whether you're cooking for a dinner party or a cozy family meal, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal effort. Keywords: roasted salmon, caramelized leeks, one-pan meal, easy salmon recipe, healthy dinner, lemon thyme salmon.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (about 6 ounces each) Salmon fillets, skin-on
• 3 medium Leeks
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 Lemon, thinly sliced
• 1.5 teaspoons Sea salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup White wine (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Trim the leeks by chopping off the dark green tops and root ends, leaving the white and light green sections. Slice them in half lengthwise, then into thin half-moons. Rinse thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit and pat dry with a paper towel.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe skillet or roasting pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the sliced leeks, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften but do not brown.

Step 4

Season the leeks with 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper. If using, deglaze the pan with white wine, stirring to combine. Spread the leeks evenly across the bottom of the skillet or pan.

Step 5

Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season each with the remaining sea salt and black pepper. Place the fillets on top of the leeks, skin side down.

Step 6

Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the salmon. Scatter the fresh thyme leaves and arrange thin slices of lemon over each salmon fillet.

Step 7

Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and roast for 15-18 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon, until the fillets are cooked through and flake easily with a fork.

Step 8

Remove the pan from the oven and let the salmon rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve the roasted salmon over a bed of caramelized leeks, garnished with additional thyme or lemon if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1158.9 grams (1158.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1881

Total Fat 100.70g	129%
Saturated Fat 20.40g	102%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 415mg	138%
Sodium 3937mg	171%
Total Carbohydrate 54.10g	20%
Dietary Fiber 8.00g	29%
Total Sugars 13.90g
Protein 178.10g	356%

Vitamin D 2517IU	12585%
Calcium 322mg	25%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 2961mg	63%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.4%

Protein: 38.8%

Carbs: 11.8%