Lemon Herb Salmon with Roasted Potatoes and Brussels Sprouts
A comforting, nutritious dinner featuring tender pan-seared salmon served with crispy roasted baby potatoes and caramelized Brussels sprouts. This classic combination is infused with fresh lemon and savory herbs to keep dinner simple yet deeply satisfying.
Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Karen + Lila
Karen 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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A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
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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.
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Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet · Sheet pan · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat gently to avoid drying out the salmon.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 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)
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C)
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Slice the baby potatoes into halves and…
Slice the baby potatoes into halves and trim the Brussels sprouts, cutting any larger ones in half so they cook evenly.
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Place the baby potatoes and Brussels sprouts…
Place the baby potatoes and Brussels sprouts onto a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper. Toss until well coated and arrange in a single layer.
Look for: well coated and arrange in a single layer
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Roast in the preheated oven for 20…
Roast in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, tossing once halfway through, until the potatoes are fork-tender and golden, and the Brussels sprouts are caramelized with crispy edges.
Look for: the potatoes are fork-tender and golden, and the Brussels sprouts are caramelized with crispy edges
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Pat the salmon fillet dry
While the vegetables roast, pat the salmon fillet dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
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Heat olive oil in a medium skillet…
Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully lay the salmon fillet in the pan skin-side down and sear for 4 to 5 minutes until the skin is beautifully crisp.
Look for: shimmering
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Carefully flip the salmon fillet
Carefully flip the salmon fillet, add the lemon juice directly into the pan, and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until the salmon is opaque throughout and flakes easily with a fork.
Look for: the salmon is opaque throughout and flakes easily with a fork
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Transfer the hot salmon
Transfer the hot salmon, roasted potatoes, and roasted Brussels sprouts to a serving plate and garnish with fresh parsley.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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