This dish features perfectly baked salmon, crispy roasted mini potatoes, and a generous portion of green beans to meet your plate-it method requirements. It’s a simple, well-balanced meal that’s rich in protein, healthy fats, and fibre-filled carbs.
Ingredients (Serves 2):
- 2 salmon fillets (3 oz each)
- 1 1/2 cups mini potatoes, halved
- 4 cups green beans, trimmed (2 cups per serving)
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp salt, divided
- 1/4 tsp black pepper, divided
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder, divided
- 1/2 tsp oregano (for potatoes)
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the mini potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp black pepper, garlic powder, and oregano. Spread them on one side of the baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes.
- While the potatoes are roasting, season the salmon fillets with lemon juice, 1/4 tsp salt, and a pinch of pepper.
- Toss the green beans with 1 tbsp olive oil, a pinch of salt, and garlic powder.
- After 20 minutes, move the potatoes to one side of the baking sheet. Add the salmon fillets and green beans. Roast for an additional 12-15 minutes until the salmon is flaky and cooked through.
- Serve the salmon alongside the roasted potatoes and 2 cups of green beans per plate to meet your balanced dinner goal.
Estimated Nutrition per Serving (recipe makes 2 servings): 487 Calories; 29g Protein; 28g Fat; 31g Carbs; 5g Sugar
