🍋 Lemon Butter Salmon with Roasted Potatoes & Broccoli
Fresh • Flavorful • Perfectly Balanced
This Lemon Butter Salmon with Roasted Potatoes & Broccoli is a complete, wholesome meal made on one pan. Tender, flaky salmon baked in a rich lemon-garlic butter sauce pairs beautifully with crispy golden potatoes and perfectly roasted broccoli.
Simple ingredients, restaurant-quality results!
🌿 Why You’ll Love It
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One-pan dinner
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High-protein & balanced
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Crispy veggies + juicy salmon
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Family-friendly
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Ready in about 40 minutes
📝 Ingredients (Serves 4)
🐟 Salmon
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4 salmon fillets
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Salt & black pepper
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1 teaspoon paprika
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3 tablespoons melted butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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Juice of 1 lemon
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Zest of ½ lemon
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1 tablespoon chopped parsley
🥔 Vegetables
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3 cups baby potatoes, halved
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2 cups broccoli florets
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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½ teaspoon dried oregano
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Salt & pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Roast the Potatoes
Toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano.
Spread on one side of the pan and roast for 15 minutes first (they take longer).
3️⃣ Add Broccoli
After 15 minutes, add broccoli to the pan. Toss with a little olive oil and seasoning. Return to oven for 10 minutes.
4️⃣ Prepare the Salmon
Mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, and zest.
Season salmon with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Push vegetables slightly aside and place salmon on the pan.
Spoon lemon butter mixture over each fillet.
5️⃣ Final Roast
Bake everything together for 10–12 minutes, until salmon flakes easily and vegetables are tender.
6️⃣ Finish
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and an extra squeeze of lemon before serving.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
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Add a side salad for extra freshness
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Serve with quinoa instead of potatoes
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Drizzle extra lemon butter over vegetables
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Top with grated Parmesan
💡 Tips for Perfect Salmon
✔️ Don’t overcook — salmon should be just flaky
✔️ Use fresh lemon for best flavor
✔️ Roast potatoes cut-side down for crispiness
✔️ For extra crisp, broil 1–2 minutes at the end
🔁 Variations
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Mediterranean Style – Add cherry tomatoes and olives
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Spicy Version – Add chili flakes to butter
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Garlic Herb Upgrade – Add thyme or rosemary
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Low-Carb Option – Swap potatoes for zucchini
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use frozen salmon?
A: Yes, just thaw completely and pat dry before baking.
Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: Refrigerate up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Q: Can I air fry the salmon?
A: Yes! Air fry at 190°C (375°F) for about 8–10 minutes.
Q: Why is my salmon dry?
A: It was likely overcooked — check it at the 10-minute mark.
