Description
One-Skillet Garlicky Salmon & Broccoli is a flavorful and easy meal perfect for busy weeknights. With tender salmon and vibrant veggies, this dish brings together freshness and taste in just one pan, making dinner prep quick and enjoyable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1¼ pounds skinless center-cut salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced, divided
- ¾ teaspoon salt, divided
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 5 cups broccoli florets
- 2 red bell peppers, seeded and chopped (2 cups)
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
- 1½ tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium tamari
- 1 tablespoon thinly sliced scallions
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet with a lid over medium-high heat.
- Add salmon pieces and half of the sliced garlic, seasoning with salt and crushed red pepper.
- Cook salmon uncovered for 4 to 5 minutes, until it’s opaque and just cooked through, then remove to a plate.
- In the same skillet, add broccoli, bell peppers, water, remaining garlic, and a little salt.
- Cover and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Stir in orange juice and tamari, then gently fold in the cooked salmon.
- Divide the mixture among four bowls, seeping any remaining liquid over the top, and finish with orange zest and scallions.
Notes
Using fresh ingredients will enhance the flavors of the dish.
Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of crushed red pepper to your taste.
This dish pairs well with rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
