Description
Lemon Butter Salmon brings tender fish and crispy potatoes together in a simple yet delicious dinner that makes your weeknight meal feel special. Roasted broccoli adds a perfect green crunch to complete this easy, flavor-packed plate that anyone can master in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 salmon fillets
Starches:
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Fire up the oven to 400F and grab a baking sheet for your crispy potato adventure.
- Drop halved baby potatoes into boiling water for exactly 10 minutes, creating the perfect pre-roast texture.
- Drain those potatoes and coat them with 2 tablespoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper until they’re evenly glistening.
- Spread potatoes across the baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they’ll transform into golden, crunchy morsels during 20-25 minutes of roasting.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat, then add 1 teaspoon minced garlic to create an aromatic base.
- Pour 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice into the butter mixture, swirling to combine those bright, zesty flavors.
- Season 4 salmon fillets with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper, preparing them for their skillet dance.
- Gently place salmon into the skillet, cooking 4-5 minutes on the first side until a beautiful golden crust emerges.
- Flip salmon and cook another 4-5 minutes, then nestle 2 cups broccoli florets around the fish during the final cooking moments.
- Transfer your crispy potato masterpiece and perfectly cooked salmon onto plates, ready to savor your delicious creation.
Notes
- Parboiling potatoes before roasting helps create an extra crispy exterior while keeping the inside soft and creamy.
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the brightest, most vibrant flavor in the butter sauce.
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels before seasoning to ensure a perfect sear and prevent steaming.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular butter with clarified butter or ghee to accommodate dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Salmon
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg