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Lemon Butter Salmon

Lemon Butter Salmon: A Quick and Flavorful Dinner Delight

This Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli is a quick and delicious weeknight dinner packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon packed with healthy omega-3 fatty acids; frozen can work if thawed properly.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter adds richness and acts as the base for the zesty lemon sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice brightens the dish with acidity; bottled can be used.
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced; fresh is preferred, but jarred works in a pinch.
  • to taste Salt essential seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper essential seasoning.
For the Sides
  • 1 pound Baby potatoes crisp up beautifully when roasted.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil helps achieve that gorgeous roast.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder intensifies the garlic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika offers mild sweetness and vibrant color.
  • 2 cups Broccoli florets adds nutrition and pop of color; can be substituted.
For Garnishing
  • 1 Lemon slices adds freshness and beauty.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley chopped; adds fresh flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Toss halved baby potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread coated potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
  4. Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then add to the baking sheet after 20 minutes.
  5. In a skillet, melt unsalted butter, add minced garlic, sauté for 1 minute, and then add lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  6. Cook salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  7. Serve the salmon with crispy potatoes and roasted broccoli, drizzling with lemon butter sauce and garnishing with lemon slices and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider marinating the salmon for enhanced flavor. Ensure salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

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