Herb-Crusted Salmon with Steamed Broccoli, Asparagus & Sweet Potato
A vibrant, nourishing dinner featuring herb-crusted baked salmon with a crispy golden crust, tender steamed greens, and roasted sweet potatoes. High in protein and rich in flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 2 dinner plates 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked + Steamed
- Cuisine: Clean Eating
Ingredients
2 salmon fillets (5–6 oz each), skin on
1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup asparagus spears, trimmed
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp lemon zest
2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley, dill, thyme – finely chopped)
Salt & pepper, to taste
Optional: lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and garlic powder. Roast for 30–35 minutes, flipping once.
2. Mix fresh herbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Pat salmon dry and press herb mixture onto the fillets.
3. Place salmon skin-side down on a parchment-lined tray and bake for 12–15 minutes until flaky.
4. Steam broccoli and asparagus for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp. Season lightly with sea salt.
5. Plate roasted sweet potatoes, steamed greens, and salmon. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
Use wild-caught salmon for better flavor and nutrition.
Don’t over-steam the veggies—stop cooking when they turn bright green.
Let salmon rest for 2 minutes after baking for juicier texture.
Swap sweet potato for cauliflower mash if following a low-carb plan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg