Herb-Grilled Salmon with Garlic Potatoes, Broccoli & Fresh Salad!

🌿 Herb-Grilled Salmon with Garlic Potatoes, Broccoli & Fresh Salad

🕒 Total Time

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Total: ~40 min

🍽 Servings

Serves 2–4 people

🐟 Ingredients

For the Salmon

• 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each, skin on or off)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 2 tsp fresh garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• 1 tsp thyme leaves

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• Lemon wedges (for serving)

For the Garlic Potatoes

• 1½ lbs baby potatoes (halved)

• 2 tbsp butter

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp dried rosemary or thyme

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• 1 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)

For the Broccoli

• 2 cups broccoli florets

• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• Optional: squeeze of lemon

For the Fresh Salad

• 2 cups mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, or arugula)

• ½ cucumber, sliced

• 1 small tomato, diced

• ¼ red onion, thinly sliced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp balsamic vinegar or lemon juice

• Salt & pepper, to taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Salmon Marinade

1. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, dill, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper.

2. Brush or rub the mixture over both sides of the salmon fillets.

3. Let it marinate for 10–15 minutes while preparing the sides.

2. Cook the Garlic Potatoes

1. Boil potatoes in salted water for 8–10 minutes, until fork-tender.

2. Drain and set aside.

3. In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.

4. Add garlic and cook until fragrant (30 seconds).

5. Add potatoes, season with salt, pepper, and rosemary, and sauté until golden brown and crispy (~5–7 minutes).

6. Garnish with parsley.

3. Steam or Sauté the Broccoli

1. Steam broccoli for 3–4 minutes, or until bright green and tender-crisp.
   (Alternatively, sauté in olive oil for 4–5 minutes.)

2. Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice.

4. Grill the Salmon

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
   (You can also use a regular skillet if you prefer.)

2. Lightly oil the grill grates.

3. Grill salmon for 4–5 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until opaque and flaky.

4. Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top before serving.

5. Assemble the Fresh Salad

1. Combine greens, cucumber, tomato, and onion in a bowl.

2. Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar (or lemon juice).

3. Season lightly with salt and pepper; toss gently.

🥗 To Serve

Plate a piece of salmon with a scoop of garlic potatoes, a side of broccoli, and a small portion of salad. Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh herbs.

💡 Tips

• Crispier potatoes? Roast them in the oven at 425°F (220°C) for 25 minutes instead of pan-frying.

• Add extra flavor: A drizzle of honey-mustard or herb butter over the salmon makes it next-level.

• Make it heartier: Add a small portion of quinoa or brown rice.