Avocado-Crusted Salmon with Lemon-Dill Roasted Root Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-01 · Updated 2026-04-01

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A nutrient-dense salmon dish with creamy avocado crust and a vibrant salad of roasted roots, designed to support skin health and energy levels during reintroduction phases. This Mediterranean-inspired Whole30 recipe, ready in about 47 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, avocado, lemon zest for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 32 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 390 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets
1 medium, pitted and mashed avocado
1 tsp lemon zest
2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh dill
1 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes beet
1 small, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes turnip
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Mix mashed avocado, lemon zest, 1 tbsp dill, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly over salmon fillets, pressing gently to adhere.
Step 2: Toss diced beet and turnip with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes until fork-tender and edges are crispy.
Step 3: Place salmon on a parchment-lined sheet pan and roast for 12-14 minutes until fish flakes easily with a fork. Garnish with remaining 1 tbsp dill before serving with roasted vegetables.