Salmon Potato Skillet Dish (Printable)

One-pan dish combining salmon, potatoes, and vibrant vegetables for a balanced meal.

# Components:

→ Fish

01 - 5.3 oz skinless salmon fillet, 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 to 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 halved green beans to the skillet; cook for an additional 3 minutes.
04 - Push vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add remaining olive oil and the drained potatoes. Cook for 5 to 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 aromatic.
06 - Gently fold salmon pieces into the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, turning once, until salmon is just cooked through.
07 - Remove skillet from heat. Squeeze lemon wedges over the contents and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve immediately, with extra lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Balanced meal including fish, vegetables, and potatoes
  • Easy clean-up since everything cooks in one pan
02 -
  • This dish is naturally dairy-free and gluten-free
  • Cooking potatoes separately helps them become crisp in the skillet
03 -
  • Use waxy potatoes for best texture
  • Add fresh herbs at the end for a burst of flavor
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