Salmon Potato Skillet Dish (Print)

Tender salmon and golden potatoes cooked with vibrant vegetables in a delicious one-pan skillet meal.

# Components:

→ Fish

01 - 5.3 oz salmon fillet, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces

→ Vegetables & Starch

02 - 10.6 oz baby potatoes, quartered
03 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 small zucchini, sliced
05 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 3.5 oz green beans, trimmed and halved

→ Aromatics & Seasoning

07 - 2 tbsp olive oil
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
10 - ½ tsp dried thyme
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
12 - 1 lemon, cut into wedges

→ Garnish

13 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

# Directions:

01 - Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add quartered potatoes and cook for 8–10 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and diced bell pepper; sauté for 3 minutes until softened.
03 - Add sliced zucchini and trimmed green beans to the skillet. Cook for 3 minutes more.
04 - Push vegetables to one side; add remaining tablespoon olive oil and drained potatoes to the pan. Cook for 5–6 minutes, turning occasionally, until potatoes are golden and crisp.
05 - Stir in minced garlic, smoked paprika, and dried thyme; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
06 - Gently fold in salmon pieces, season with salt and pepper, cover skillet, and cook for 4–5 minutes, turning once, until salmon is just cooked through.
07 - Remove skillet from heat. Squeeze lemon wedges over the dish and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve immediately, garnished with additional lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Hearty pescatarian-friendly meal in one pan
  • Excellent way to maximize a small quantity of salmon for two servings
02 -
  • This recipe is naturally dairy-free and gluten-free but always double-check labels on seasonings.
  • The dish stretches a small portion of protein with lots of vegetables for a filling meal.
03 -
  • Cut potatoes and vegetables evenly so they cook at the same time.
  • Don’t overcook the salmon—cover the skillet to keep it moist and gently cooked.
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