🍋🧈 Lemon Butter Salmon with Roasted Potatoes & Broccoli
✨ Description
A wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired sheet-pan meal featuring tender, flaky salmon glazed in a silky lemon-butter sauce, paired with crispy roasted potatoes and perfectly caramelized broccoli. It’s simple, nourishing, and packed with bright, fresh flavor—perfect for weeknights or a healthy dinner upgrade.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp butter (or olive oil for lighter option)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon + zest
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme
For the Potatoes:
- 3 cups baby potatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
For the Broccoli:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper
- Optional: squeeze of lemon after roasting
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Roast the Potatoes
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Spread on a baking tray and roast for 20 minutes.
2. Add Broccoli
Add broccoli to the tray, drizzle with olive oil, season, and toss.
Roast for another 10–15 minutes until tender and slightly crispy.
3. Prepare Lemon Butter Sauce
In a small pan, melt butter and sauté garlic briefly.
Stir in lemon juice, zest, and herbs. Remove from heat.
4. Cook the Salmon
Push veggies to the side or use another tray.
Place salmon fillets, season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Spoon lemon butter sauce over each fillet.
Bake for 10–12 minutes until salmon flakes easily.
🍽️ Serve
Plate salmon with roasted potatoes and broccoli.
Spoon extra sauce over the top and finish with fresh herbs or lemon slices.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Use sweet potatoes for a nutrient boost
- Add asparagus or green beans instead of broccoli
- Swap butter for olive oil for a lighter version
- Add chili flakes for a spicy kick
- Sprinkle Parmesan over veggies before roasting
❓ Q&A
Q: How do I know when salmon is done?
A: It should flake easily with a fork and be opaque in the center.
Q: Can I use frozen salmon?
A: Yes—just thaw completely and pat dry before cooking.
Q: Can I make this in one pan?
A: Absolutely! Just start potatoes first, then add broccoli and salmon later.
Q: Is this meal healthy?
A: Yes—rich in omega-3s, fiber, and balanced nutrients.
