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Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Roasted Broccoli

Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Roasted Broccoli
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Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Roasted Broccoli is a quick and flavorful meal combining juicy salmon glazed in zesty lemon butter, golden crispy Yukon gold potatoes, and tender roasted broccoli. This well-balanced dish offers bright, fresh flavors and minimal cleanup, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Salmon and Sauce

  • 4 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs (dill or parsley), chopped, for garnish (optional)

Vegetables

  • 1.5 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, cut into small cubes
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Potatoes and Broccoli: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut potatoes into small, even cubes. Toss potatoes and broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes to start crisping the potatoes and tenderizing the broccoli.
  2. Make the Lemon Butter Sauce: Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about a minute until fragrant. Stir in freshly squeezed lemon juice and lemon zest. Set aside to use as a glaze.
  3. Prepare and Bake the Salmon: Pat salmon fillets dry and place them on the baking sheet with the partially roasted vegetables. Brush salmon generously with lemon butter sauce. Return to oven and bake for an additional 12-15 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork and vegetables are fully roasted.
  4. Final Touches: Remove from the oven, drizzle any remaining lemon butter sauce over the entire dish, and sprinkle with fresh herbs like parsley or dill if desired. Serve immediately to enjoy the salmon juicy and potatoes crispy.

Notes

  • Choose even potato sizes to ensure uniform cooking and crispy results.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to allow proper roasting instead of steaming.
  • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest for the brightest flavor.
  • Pat salmon dry before cooking to help the lemon butter stick and improve browning.
  • Check internal salmon temperature aiming for 125°F (52°C) for medium-rare and juicy texture.

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Keywords: lemon butter salmon, crispy potatoes, roasted broccoli, easy dinner, healthy meal, weeknight dinner, seafood, gluten free

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