If you’re looking for a healthy, elegant, and incredibly satisfying dinner that’s easy to make, look no further than this salmon with garlic herb butter, steamed broccoli, and baby potatoes. This well-balanced dish is rich in flavor, packed with nutrients, and perfect for both weeknight meals and dinner guests.
The salmon is pan-seared to perfection, then topped with a luscious garlic herb butter that melts over the hot fillet. Served with tender baby potatoes and vibrant steamed broccoli, this meal comes together with simple, fresh ingredients and a whole lot of heart.
🛒 What You’ll Need
For the Salmon:
2 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Garlic Herb Butter:
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Pinch of salt
For the Sides:
200 g (about 7 oz) baby potatoes, halved
1 small head broccoli, cut into florets
Salt to taste
Optional: olive oil or butter for tossing potatoes after boiling
Ingredients flat lay for salmon with garlic herb butter, baby potatoes, and broccoli on marble surface, styled for a healthy weeknight dinner.
🔪 Instructions
1. Make the Garlic Herb Butter
In a small bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined and set aside at room temperature.
2. Cook the Baby Potatoes
Place halved baby potatoes in a pot of salted water. Boil for 10–12 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and toss with a little olive oil or butter, if desired.
3. Steam the Broccoli
Steam broccoli florets in a steamer basket or microwave with a splash of water. Cook until bright green and tender, about 4–5 minutes. Season lightly with salt.
4. Cook the Salmon
Pat salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4–5 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for 3–4 minutes, depending on thickness. Remove from heat and immediately top with garlic herb butter so it melts into the fish.
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