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Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli

Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli Bliss

This Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli is a quick, healthy weeknight meal that transforms dinner into a vibrant celebration.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fresh or properly thawed frozen salmon
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter For the lemon sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice To enhance flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Adds aromatic flavor
  • to taste Salt and pepper Essential for seasoning
For the Veggies
  • 1.5 pounds Baby potatoes Halved for cooking
  • 3 tablespoons Olive oil For roasting
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder For seasoning potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika For aesthetic and flavor
  • 2 cups Broccoli florets Fresh or frozen
For Garnish
  • 1 slices Lemon For visual appeal
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped) For garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest (optional) For added flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Large Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and gather your ingredients.
  2. In a large bowl, toss halved baby potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast potatoes for 20 minutes until golden-brown and crunchy.
  4. In a separate bowl, toss broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  5. After 20 minutes, add seasoned broccoli around the potatoes and roast for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  6. In a skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat and add minced garlic, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  7. Pour in fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper; stir to combine and let simmer.
  8. Add salmon fillets to the skillet, skin-side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes until crispy. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  9. Plate the crispy potatoes and broccoli with the salmon, drizzling with lemon butter sauce and garnishing with lemon slices and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the salmon in lemon juice and garlic before cooking. Monitor vegetables closely to avoid burning, and enjoy exploring substitutions for broccoli!

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