Sheet Pan Roasted Salmon with Sweet Potato and Zucchini
Succulent oven-roasted salmon paired with tender sweet potato cubes and roasted zucchini. A deeply satisfying, dairy-free meal designed to break your fast with over 40g of protein.
Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 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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Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
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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.
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Comfortably satisfied
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.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet · Sheet pan · Knife and cutting board
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Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a warm skillet or oven to maintain best texture.
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- 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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Scrub the sweet potato clean and cut…
Scrub the sweet potato clean and cut it into uniform 1/2-inch (1.2cm) cubes. Slice the zucchini into 1/2-inch (1.2cm) half-moons.
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Place the sweet potato cubes on one…
Place the sweet potato cubes on one side of the baking sheet. Drizzle with half of the olive oil and roast in the oven for 10 minutes to give them a head start.
Allow: 10 minutes
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Remove the baking sheet from the oven
Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Arrange the zucchini slices in the center and place the salmon fillet skin-side down on the remaining side.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Drizzle the salmon and zucchini with the…
Drizzle the salmon and zucchini with the remaining olive oil and lemon juice. Season evenly with a pinch of sea salt and black pepper.
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Return the baking sheet to the oven…
Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for 12 to 15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork (internal temperature reaches 145°F / 63°C) and the sweet potatoes are fork-tender with golden edges.
Look for: the salmon flakes easily with a fork (internal temperature reaches 145°F / 63°C) and the sweet potatoes are fork-tender with golden edges
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Transfer the salmon
Transfer the salmon, roasted sweet potatoes, and zucchini to a serving plate. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds for crunch and serve immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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