Sheet Pan Salmon Sweet Potato and Broccoli
Rich roasted salmon paired with tender sweet potato cubes and crisp-tender roasted broccoli florets tossed in olive oil and lemon. A simple 30-minute sheet pan meal tailored for energy and satiety.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Van + Lila
Van created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min
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Equipment
Oven · Sheet pan · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Use pre-cut broccoli florets and pre-cubed sweet potato to save valuable prep time on busy evenings.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with pa…
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and…
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and…
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Cut the sweet potato into 1/2-inch (1
Cut the sweet potato into 1/2-inch (1.2cm) cubes and cut the broccoli into uniform florets.
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Place the sweet potato cubes on one…
Place the sweet potato cubes on one side of the baking sheet, toss with half of the olive oil, salt, and black pepper, and spread into a single layer.
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Roast in the oven for 15 minutes…
Roast in the oven for 15 minutes until the sweet potatoes begin to soften.
Look for: the sweet potatoes begin to soften
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Remove the sheet pan from the oven
Remove the sheet pan from the oven. Place the salmon fillet in the center and arrange the broccoli florets on the open side.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Drizzle the salmon and broccoli with the…
Drizzle the salmon and broccoli with the remaining olive oil and lemon juice, then sprinkle with remaining salt and black pepper.
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Return the pan to the oven and…
Return the pan to the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork reaching an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C), the sweet potatoes are fork-tender, and the broccoli edges are lightly browned.
Look for: the salmon flakes easily with a fork reaching an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C), the sweet potatoes are fork-tender, and the broccoli edges are lightly browned
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Plate immediately and store any leftover portions…
Plate immediately and store any leftover portions in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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