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Baked salmon with roast vegetables

One tray, twenty-five minutes in the oven, and very little washing up.

30 min totalServes 2About 32 g protein per serving
Baked salmon with roast vegetables
ProteinVitamin DHealthy fats

Ingredients

  • 2 salmon fillets (about 5.5 oz/150 g each)
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 red onion, cut in wedges
  • 7 oz/200 g broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper

Method

  1. Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the vegetables with the oil, salt and pepper on a large tray. Roast for 12 minutes.
  3. Push the vegetables aside and lay the salmon on the tray, skin side down. Season and add a few lemon slices.
  4. Roast for 10 to 12 minutes more, until the salmon flakes easily.
  5. Squeeze over the rest of the lemon and serve.
Cook's tipSalmon is one of the few foods naturally rich in vitamin D.

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Protein is an estimate based on typical values for the ingredients listed. Brands vary, so check your labels if you are tracking closely.

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