🌿 A Nutrient-Packed, Flavorful Power Plate
This balanced meal combines sweet-glazed salmon, crispy roasted potatoes, and a bright, fresh salad for a dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or an impressive lunch!
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ High-protein & omega-3s – Salmon is rich in healthy fats.
✅ Perfectly balanced – Carbs (potatoes), protein (salmon), and greens (salad).
✅ Easy & quick – Minimal prep, maximum flavor.
✅ Meal-prep friendly – Stores well for next-day lunches.
📋 Ingredients
🍯 For the Glazed Salmon
- 2–3 salmon fillets (skin-on for crispiness)
- 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
🥔 For the Roasted Potatoes
- 2–3 medium potatoes, cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
🥗 For the Fresh Salad
- 1 cup mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or romaine)
- ½ cucumber, sliced
- 1 small tomato, diced
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil + 1 tsp balsamic vinegar (or your favorite dressing)
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Roast the Potatoes
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss cubed potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread on a baking tray and roast for 25–30 mins, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
2️⃣ Make the Salmon Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together:
- Honey
- Soy sauce
- Dijon mustard
- Minced garlic
- Lemon juice
3️⃣ Sear the Salmon
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Season salmon with salt & pepper, then place skin-side down first.
- Cook 3–4 mins per side until golden.
- Pour glaze over salmon, simmer 1–2 mins until sticky.
4️⃣ Assemble the Salad
- Toss mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, and red onion.
- Drizzle with olive oil & balsamic vinegar.
5️⃣ Plate & Serve
- Arrange salmon, potatoes, and salad on a plate.
- Garnish with fresh parsley & lemon wedges.
💡 Chef’s Tips
🔹 Crispy salmon skin – Pat fillets dry before cooking.
🔹 Extra-crispy potatoes – Soak in cold water for 10 mins before roasting.
🔹 Substitute greens – Try massaged kale or shaved Brussels sprouts.
🔹 Spice it up – Add ½ tsp chili flakes to the glaze.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
✨ Pair with:
- A glass of Sauvignon Blanc (bright acidity complements the salmon)
- Crusty bread (to soak up glaze!)
- Avocado slices (for extra creaminess)
🎉 Perfect for:
- Date night dinners
- Meal prep lunches
- Post-workout recovery meals
🌿 Variations
- Miso-glazed salmon – Swap honey for 1 tbsp white miso paste.
- Herb-roasted potatoes – Add rosemary or thyme.
- Greek-style salad – Add feta cheese & kalamata olives.
📊 Nutrition (Per Serving)
Approximate values:
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Protein: 30g
- Carbs: 40g (mostly from potatoes)
- Healthy fats: 18g (omega-3s from salmon)
🔥 Final Thoughts
This glazed salmon power plate is a restaurant-quality meal you can make at home—sweet, savory, crispy, and fresh all in one bite! It’s nourishing, satisfying, and packed with flavor, proving that healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring.
Pro tip: Double the glaze and save some for drizzling!
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