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Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes

Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes for a Cozy Dinner

This Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes is a delicious and nourishing weeknight dinner that combines flavor, presentation, and healthy ingredients.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Can replace with cod or tilapia
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with olive or coconut oil
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Fresh lime juice also works
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is best
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Vegetables
  • 1.5 pounds Baby Potatoes Can replace with Yukon gold or red potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can also use onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 3 cups Broccoli Florets Asparagus or Brussels sprouts can be used
For Garnish
  • 1 slices Lemon Slices For garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, can substitute with dill or chives
  • Lemon Zest Optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine halved baby potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
  4. Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. After 20 minutes, add broccoli to the baking sheet.
  5. Roast for an additional 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are crispy and tender.
  6. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
  7. Pour in lemon juice and add a pinch of salt and pepper, stirring to combine.
  8. Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for 3-4 minutes more.
  9. Plate the salmon and roasted vegetables, spooning the lemon butter sauce over the salmon.
  10. Garnish with lemon slices and parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 1000mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate salmon for enhanced flavor, thaw completely before cooking, and check doneness. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for 3 months.

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