Baked Salmon with Roasted Purple Potatoes and Asparagus is the ultimate Meal for a healthy brain and happy gut. This meal is quick and easy to prepare. You only need 2 baking dishes and very few utensils, which makes cleanup super fast and simple. This is the perfect meal for a date night or double the recipe for a special occasion with another couple.
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SIS Tip - Simple is Smart
How do you tell if Salmon or any fish is fresh when you purchase it. If you’ve ever brought home a fish that was past the expiration date you know what I’m talking about when I say it is gross.
Fish can be pricey so you want to make sure the fish you purchase is fresh. Give the fish the sniff test before you purchase it. If it’s old it will have a fishy odor you will be able to detect. If it doesn’t smell like fish it is fesh and delicious. Yes you can smell that something is Fishy even through the plastic wrap covering the fish.
Neuro Nutrition Nugget - Baked Salmon
Salmon, often referred to as the “brain food,” is a delicious seafood option and incredibly beneficial for our brain health. Packed with omega-3 fatty acids, salmon helps nourish our brains and promote optimal cognitive function.
These fatty acids are crucial in building brain cell membranes and enhancing communication between brain cells, ultimately improving our memory and overall brain performance.
Additionally, salmon is rich in essential nutrients like vitamin D, B12, and selenium, which have been linked to a reduced risk of age-related cognitive decline. So, if you want to boost your brainpower, incorporating salmon into your diet is an intelligent choice.
Ingredients for Baked Salmon with Asparagus & Roasted Purple Potatoes
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1/2 bunch of asparagus
- 1/2 pound of purple potatoes,
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 4 cloves of roasted garlic or 2 cloves of minced
- 2 tablespoons of fresh rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon slices and wedges
Step by Step Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the potatoes: Place the purple potato chunks on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, sprinkle with half of the minced garlic and rosemary, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until tender and lightly browned.
- Prepare the salmon: Place the salmon fillets on a separate baking sheet. Drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, sprinkle with the remaining minced garlic and rosemary, and season with salt and pepper. Rub the seasoning evenly over the salmon fillets. Top with 2 or 3 slices of lemon.
- Bake the salmon and asparagus: Place the baking sheet with the salmon in the oven. After 10 minutes, add the trimmed asparagus to the same baking sheet. Bake for an additional 10-12 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and the asparagus is tender.
- Assemble the dish: Arrange the baked salmon, roasted purple potatoes, and asparagus on a plate. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the salmon before eating.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the dish immediately and enjoy your delicious and healthy meal!
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Baked Salmon, Asparagus & Roasted Purple Potatoes
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Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F(200°C).
- Prepare the potatoes: Place the purple potato chunks on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoons of olive oil, sprinkle with half of the minced garlic and rosemary, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until tender and lightly browned.
- Prepare the salmon: Place the salmon fillets on a separate baking sheet. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoons of olive oil, sprinkle with the remaining minced garlic and rosemary, and season with salt and pepper. Rub the seasoning evenly over the salmon fillets. Lay 2 or 3 slices of lemon on top of each fillet.
- Bake the salmon and asparagus: Place the baking sheet with the salmon in the oven. After 10 minutes, add the trimmed asparagus to the same baking sheet. Bake for an additional 10-12 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and the asparagus is tender.
- Assemble the dish: Arrange the baked salmon, roasted purple potatoes, and asparagus on a plate. Serve with lemon wedges to squeez over the salmon before eating.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the dish immediately and enjoy your delicious and healthy meal!
