Oven-Baked Salmon with Roasted Broccoli and Lemon Rice
A classic and comforting American meal of oven-baked salmon, roasted broccoli, and flavorful lemon rice.
Ingredients
- 1/4 tsp salt
Substitute: Sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Substitute: Lemon Pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried dill
Substitute: Fresh dill (1 tbsp, chopped)
- 2 (4 oz each) salmon fillet
Substitute: Trout
- 1 1/2 cups broccoli floret
Substitute: Brussels sprouts
- 1/2 lemon
Substitute: Lemon Pepper Seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Substitute: Coconut oil
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
Substitute: Onion powder
- 1/2 cup white rice
Substitute: Jasmine rice
Equipment Needed
- • Baking sheet
- • Small saucepan
- • Chef's knife
- • Cutting board
- • Mixing bowl
- • Aluminum foil (optional)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
500
Protein
33g
Carbs
33g
Fat
27g
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This temperature allows for even cooking of both the salmon and broccoli.
⏱️ 5 min
Technique: Preheating
- 2
In a small saucepan, combine the white rice with 1 cup of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed.
⏱️ 2 min prep, 15 min cook
Technique: Simmering
- 3
While the rice is cooking, prepare the broccoli. In a mixing bowl, toss the broccoli florets with 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Ensure even coating.
⏱️ 3 min
Technique: Tossing
- 4
Spread the broccoli florets in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roasting (cooking in dry heat) in a single layer promotes even cooking.
⏱️ 1 min
Technique: Roasting
- 5
Place the baking sheet with the broccoli in the preheated oven. Roast for 15 minutes, or until tender and slightly browned.
⏱️ 15 min
Technique: Roasting
- 6
While the broccoli is roasting, pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
⏱️ 1 min
Technique: Patting Dry
- 7
Place the salmon fillets on a separate piece of aluminum foil (optional, but helps with cleanup) on the same baking sheet as the broccoli (or a second sheet if needed).
⏱️ 1 min
Technique: Placing
- 8
Drizzle (pour a thin stream) the salmon fillets with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, and dried dill.
⏱️ 2 min
Technique: Drizzling/Seasoning
- 9
Squeeze lemon juice over the salmon fillets. This adds brightness and acidity.
⏱️ 1 min
Technique: Juicing
- 10
Bake the salmon for the last 8-10 minutes of the broccoli's cooking time, or until cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Timing ensures the salmon isn't overcooked.
⏱️ 10 min
Technique: Baking
- 11
Serve the oven-baked salmon with the roasted broccoli and lemon rice. Garnish with a lemon wedge, if desired.
⏱️ 1 min
Technique: Serving
💡 Chef's Tips
Lining the baking sheet with parchment paper or foil makes cleanup easier. For crispier broccoli, increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) for the last 5 minutes.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- • Overcooking the salmon, leading to dryness.
- • Not properly seasoning the vegetables.
- • Crowding the baking sheet, which can steam the broccoli instead of roasting it.
Why Easy?
✓ What makes it easier:
- • Basic oven baking techniques
- • Minimal hands-on time
- • Easy-to-find ingredients
! What requires attention:
- • Requires monitoring the oven temperature to ensure even cooking.
