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Garlic Butter Salmon with Potatoes and Asparagus

Garlic Butter Salmon with Potatoes and Asparagus Delight

This Garlic Butter Salmon with Potatoes and Asparagus is a delightful, protein-packed dinner made in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon skin-on for even cooking
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter for the garlic butter sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
For the Potatoes
  • 1.5 pounds Baby Potatoes firm, for a crispy exterior
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for tossing before roasting
For the Asparagus
  • 1 bunch Asparagus smooth, firm spears with closed tips
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can substitute with half-and-half or coconut cream

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a large baking sheet.
  2. Toss the baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread on the baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes.
  3. Melt unsalted butter over medium heat in a skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Season the salmon fillets with salt and sear skin-side down for about 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  5. Remove salmon, add asparagus to the same skillet, sauté for 3-4 minutes, then add lemon juice and heavy cream.
  6. Plate the dish with roasted potatoes, salmon fillet, and sautéed asparagus, drizzling extra garlic butter on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 45gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow salmon to rest for a few minutes after cooking for the best texture. Fresh herbs can add flavor before serving.

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