Pan-Seared Lemon-Herb Salmon with Roasted Broccoli and Avocado Salad

Flaky, pan-seared salmon infused with lemon and herbs, complemented by tender roasted broccoli and a refreshing avocado and mixed greens salad, creating a balanced and flavorful low-carb meal.

• Prep: 10 min
• Cook: 15 min
• Total: 25 min
• Servings: 5
• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Difficulty: Easy
• Cost: $5.85/serving

Dietary

• Gluten-Free
• Dairy-Free
• Low-Carb
• Low-Sodium
• Low-Sugar
• High-Protein
• High-Fiber
• Pescatarian

Tags

• sauté
• roast
• quick
• healthy
• fresh
• savory

Ingredients

• 1.25 pound salmon fillet (skin on or off)
• 2 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (fresh)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried dill
• 1 pound broccoli florets (fresh)
• 5 ounce mixed greens
• 2 avocados (ripe, diced)
• 0.5 cup sliced almonds (toasted)
• 1 lemon (small)
• 2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (ground)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Toss the broccoli florets with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and black pepper. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes, or until tender-crisp. During this time, pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season each side with dried oregano, dried dill, and black pepper. Squeeze 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice over the fillets.
2. While the broccoli roasts, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place the salmon fillets skin-side down (if applicable) and sear for 4-6 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and golden. Flip the salmon and cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until cooked through and easily flakes with a fork.
3. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, diced avocados, and toasted sliced almonds. For the dressing, whisk together the juice from the small lemon and 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
4. Divide the roasted broccoli among 5 plates. Serve each salmon fillet alongside the roasted broccoli and a generous portion of the avocado salad. Enjoy immediately.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 484
• Protein: 30.6 g
• Carbohydrates: 16.9 g
• Fat: 36.6 g
• Fiber: 11.1 g
• Sodium: 119 mg
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Sugar: 2.8 g
• Cholesterol: 65 mg