Turmeric Salmon with Roasted Broccoli

Name: Turmeric Salmon with Roasted Broccoli
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 4 pcs salmon fillet (skin-on, about 150g each); 1 tsp turmeric powder; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 0.25 tsp salt (for salmon seasoning); 1 pinch black pepper; 3 tbsp olive oil (divided, 2 tbsp for salmon, 1 tbsp for broccoli); 500 g broccoli (cut into medium florets); 3 pcs garlic (cloves, minced); 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 1 pcs lemon (cut into wedges for serving)

RATING

0.0/5

TASTE SCORE

8/10

Vibrant golden salmon fillets seasoned with earthy turmeric and garlic, seared until flaky and tender. Served alongside crispy, charred roasted broccoli florets for a meal that is as nourishing as it is beautiful. A simple, wholesome dinner ready in under 30 minutes.

PREP

10m

COOK

20m

SERVES

1 PIECE

507 cal

SERVINGS

METHOD · 5 STEPS

prep
Preheat the oven and prep the broccoli.
1.Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 425°F (220°C).
2.Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3.In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with 1 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt until well coated.
4.Spread the broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
roast · ~16 min
Roast the broccoli.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 15-18 minutes, tossing once halfway through. The broccoli should be tender and the edges should be crispy and slightly charred.
TIPDon't overcrowd the pan. Give the florets space so they roast instead of steam.
prep
Season the salmon.
1.Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with a paper towel. This is key for a good sear.
2.In a small bowl, combine the turmeric powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
3.Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the salmon fillets and rub the spice mixture evenly onto the flesh side of each fillet.
TIPLetting the seasoned salmon sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before cooking helps it cook more evenly.
fry · ~10 min
Pan-sear the salmon.
1.Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Let it get hot for about 2 minutes.
2.Carefully lay the salmon fillets skin-side down in the dry, hot skillet.
3.Press down gently with a spatula for the first 10 seconds to ensure the skin makes full contact.
4.Cook without moving for 5-6 minutes, until the skin is golden and crisp.
5.Flip the fillets and cook for another 2-4 minutes on the flesh side, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
TIPDo not rush the flip. The salmon will release from the pan naturally when the skin is properly crisped.
assemble
Plate the dish.
Remove the roasted broccoli from the oven. Divide the broccoli florets and a salmon fillet among four plates. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon and broccoli just before serving. Add a lemon wedge on the side.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

5 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
Pat salmon fillets bone-dry with paper towels before seasoning to ensure a crisp, golden sear.
2
Let the seasoned salmon rest at room temperature for 10 minutes so it cooks evenly from edge to center.
3
Do not move the salmon while searing skin-side down; it releases naturally when the skin is properly crisped.
4
Spread broccoli in a single layer on the baking sheet with space between florets to roast, not steam.
5
Toss the broccoli halfway through roasting for even browning and charred edges on all sides.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

Adapt it for your goals.

low oil

Low-oil

Reduce olive oil to 1 tablespoon total for the salmon and use a nonstick skillet or an oil spray; the broccoli can be roasted on a silicone mat with a light mist of oil.

high protein