Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Baked Salmon with Amazing Lemon Sauce, a dish that perfectly balances crispy potatoes and vibrant broccoli with a zesty lemon-infused sauce. This meal comes together in under an hour and is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Packed with nutritious ingredients, it’s a healthy option that also impresses with its elegant presentation. The highlight is undoubtedly the life-changing lemon sauce, which adds a burst of flavor to the tender salmon. Treat your family and guests to this restaurant-quality dish right at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb small gold potatoes
- 2–3 cups broccoli florets
- 1–2 lbs salmon filets
- 6–8 tablespoons butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 shallot, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh herbs (thyme, parsley or basil)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss cut potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; roast for 25 minutes.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat; add garlic and shallots until fragrant. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream; simmer until thickened. Add lemon juice and herbs; mix well.
- After potatoes are roasted, add broccoli to the baking sheet. Place salmon on top, brushing lightly with olive oil; season.
- Bake everything together for an additional 10-15 minutes or until salmon flakes easily.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filet (170g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg