20 Sheet Pan Meals for the DASH Diet (Complete Recipes)

The DASH Diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) is one of the most doctor-recommended eating plans for lowering blood pressure and supporting heart health. It emphasizes vegetables, fruits, lean proteins, whole grains, nuts, and low-fat dairy, while cutting back on sodium and processed foods.

Sheet pan meals are the perfect match for the DASH lifestyle: one pan, plenty of flavor, and an effortless balance of nutrients.

Here are 20 sheet pan meals you can enjoy while sticking to the DASH principles.


1. Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Salmon with Asparagus

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets (4 oz each)
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • 1 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Arrange salmon and asparagus, drizzle with oil, garlic, and pepper.
  3. Top salmon with lemon slices. Bake 15 minutes.

2. Rainbow Veggie & Chicken Bake

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow squash, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning (no added salt)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Toss everything with oil and seasoning.
  3. Roast 20–22 minutes.

3. Teriyaki Shrimp with Broccoli

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium teriyaki sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Spread shrimp and veggies, drizzle with sauce and oil.
  3. Bake 12 minutes.

4. Sheet Pan Turkey Meatballs with Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • ½ cup oats, ground fine
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 3 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Mix turkey, oats, egg, and oregano; roll into meatballs.
  3. Place meatballs and sprouts on pan, drizzle with oil.
  4. Roast 25 minutes.

5. Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas (DASH-Friendly)

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb chicken breast strips
  • 2 bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin (no salt)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Toss ingredients with oil and spices.
  3. Roast 20 minutes. Serve with whole-wheat tortillas.

6. Mediterranean Cod with Veggies

Ingredients:

  • 4 cod fillets
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp oregano

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Spread cod and veggies, drizzle with oil and seasoning.
  3. Roast 18 minutes.

7. Balsamic Chicken & Carrots

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless skinless
  • 2 cups carrots, sliced
  • 1 red onion, wedges
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp thyme

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Toss chicken and veggies with oil, vinegar, and thyme.
  3. Roast 25 minutes.

8. Sheet Pan Greek Chicken with Veggies

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb chicken thighs
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Optional: sprinkle of low-fat feta

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Arrange chicken and veggies, drizzle oil, season.
  3. Roast 25 minutes.

9. Herb Crusted Tilapia with Zucchini

Ingredients:

  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • 2 zucchinis, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp parsley, 1 tsp paprika
  • Lemon wedges

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Place tilapia and zucchini, drizzle oil, season.
  3. Bake 15 minutes, squeeze lemon before serving.

10. Sweet Potato & Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp rosemary

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Toss chicken and veggies with oil and rosemary.
  3. Roast 25 minutes.

11. Sheet Pan Shrimp Scampi (Lightened)

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb shrimp
  • 2 cups zucchini noodles (zoodles)
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Spread shrimp and zoodles, drizzle oil, garlic, lemon.
  3. Bake 10–12 minutes.

12. Chicken Sausage & Veggie Bake

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb chicken sausage, sliced
  • 2 cups broccoli
  • 1 red onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian herbs

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Toss sausage and veggies with oil and herbs.
  3. Roast 20 minutes.

13. Dijon Mustard Chicken with Green Beans

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb chicken thighs
  • 2 cups green beans
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Rub chicken with Dijon, drizzle oil over beans.
  3. Roast 25 minutes.

14. Sheet Pan Salmon with Roasted Veggies

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dill

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Spread salmon and veggies, drizzle oil, season.
  3. Roast 15 minutes.

15. Cajun Shrimp with Roasted Veggies

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb shrimp
  • 2 cups broccoli
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Cajun spice (low sodium)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Spread shrimp and veggies, season.
  3. Bake 12 minutes.

16. Sheet Pan Chicken & Cauliflower

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb chicken thighs
  • 3 cups cauliflower florets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Toss chicken and cauliflower with oil and spices.
  3. Roast 25 minutes.

17. Veggie-Packed Turkey Burger Patties

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • ½ cup shredded zucchini
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • ½ cup oats, ground fine
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Mix turkey, veggies, oats, egg, and paprika; form patties.
  3. Place patties and Brussels sprouts on sheet pan.
  4. Roast 25 minutes.

18. Sheet Pan Mediterranean Chickpeas & Chicken

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb chicken breast strips
  • 1 can chickpeas (low sodium, rinsed)
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 red onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp paprika

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Toss ingredients with oil and spices.
  3. Roast 20 minutes.

19. Sheet Pan Caprese Chicken

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Fresh basil
  • Optional: low-fat mozzarella slices

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Place chicken and tomatoes on sheet pan, drizzle oil, season.
  3. Roast 20 minutes, top with basil and mozzarella at the end.

20. Herb Roasted Salmon with Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp rosemary

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Spread salmon and veggies, drizzle oil, season.
  3. Bake 20 minutes.

Final Thoughts

These 20 DASH-friendly sheet pan meals prove that eating for lower blood pressure doesn’t have to be bland or complicated. With lean proteins, fiber-rich vegetables, whole foods, and herbs in place of salt, you’ll enjoy flavorful dinners that support your health and keep cleanup quick.

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