Lemon Butter Salmon with Roasted Potatoes & Broccoli

🍽️ Lemon Butter Salmon with Roasted Potatoes & Broccoli

🕒 Prep Time: 10 mins

🍳 Cook Time: 25 mins

👩‍🍳 Total Time: 35 mins

🍴 Servings: 2–3

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🧂 Ingredients:

For the Salmon:

• 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)

• 2 tbsp butter, melted

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• Juice of ½ lemon

• 1 tsp lemon zest

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

• Lemon slices (optional, for topping)

For the Roasted Potatoes & Broccoli:

• 2 cups baby potatoes, halved

• 2 cups broccoli florets

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp paprika

• Salt and pepper, to taste

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🔥 Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the Vegetables:
   Toss potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
   Spread them on the baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes.

3. Add the Broccoli:
   After 15 minutes, add broccoli to the same tray. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, season, and toss gently.
   Roast for another 10 minutes.

4. Prepare the Lemon Butter Sauce:
   In a small bowl, mix melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

5. Add the Salmon:
   Move the veggies to the sides and place salmon fillets in the center of the tray.
   Brush the lemon butter sauce generously over the salmon.

6. Bake Together:
   Roast everything for another 10–12 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.

7. Garnish & Serve:
   Sprinkle with fresh parsley and add lemon slices on top before serving.

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🍋 Tips:

• You can use asparagus or green beans instead of broccoli.

• For extra flavor, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on the veggies before roasting.

• Don’t overcook salmon — it should be tender and juicy inside.

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❓ Q&A 

Q1: Can I use frozen salmon?
✅ Yes, but thaw it completely and pat dry before baking so it cooks evenly.

Q2: What if I don’t have an oven?
✅ You can pan-sear the salmon and roast the veggies in an air fryer or skillet separately.

Q3: Can I use lime instead of lemon?
✅ Absolutely! Lime gives a slightly different tang but works perfectly with butter and garlic.

Q4: How do I know my salmon is cooked?
✅ It should flake easily with a fork, and the internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).

Q5: Can I meal prep this recipe?
✅ Yes! Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to keep the salmon moist.