Rosemary Salmon with Mashed Potatoes & Fresh Garden Salad
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Rosemary Salmon with Mashed Potatoes & Fresh Garden Salad—a quick and nutritious meal perfect for any occasion. This recipe features succulent pan-seared salmon infused with fragrant rosemary, creamy mashed potatoes, and a vibrant garden salad filled with fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 salmon fillet
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
- 1 tsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup mashed potatoes (prepared with butter and milk)
- Fresh spinach
- 56 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- Optional: Olive oil and lemon juice for dressing
Instructions
- Season the salmon fillet generously with salt and pepper. In a heated skillet, add olive oil or butter along with the rosemary sprig. Sear the salmon for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Boil water in a pot, add chopped potatoes, and cook until tender. Drain and mash with butter, salt, and warm milk until creamy.
- In a bowl, combine spinach, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced cucumber. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice if desired.
- To serve, spoon mashed potatoes onto a plate, top with seared salmon garnished with rosemary, and add the fresh garden salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg