Beet & Herb Baked Salmon with Garlic-Scented Broccoli
A skin-clearing, antioxidant-rich dish featuring earthy beets and omega-3-packed salmon to combat post-Whole30 breakouts. This mediterranean-inspired whole30 ready in about 45 minutes pairs (8 oz), skin-on salmon fillets, (6 oz), peeled and diced 1/2-inch beets, (8 oz), cut into small florets broccoli for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.
Ingredients
- 227g (8 oz), skin-on salmon fillets
- 170g (6 oz), peeled and diced 1/2-inch beets
- 227g (8 oz), cut into small florets broccoli
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 3/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss 170g diced beets with 1 tbsp avocado oil, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet; roast for 15 minutes until tender.
- Step 2: Add 227g broccoli florets to the same sheet, drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp avocado oil, and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 3 minced garlic cloves; toss to coat.
- Step 3: Roast broccoli and beets for 12 minutes until broccoli is crisp-tender and edges char slightly.
- Step 4: Place 227g salmon skin-side down on a separate sheet. Rub with 1/2 tsp rosemary, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; top with remaining 1/2 tsp rosemary. Bake 12 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Beet & Herb Baked Salmon with Garlic-Scented Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Beet & Herb Baked Salmon with Garlic-Scented Broccoli?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep avocado oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Beet & Herb Baked Salmon with Garlic-Scented Broccoli?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Beet & Herb Baked Salmon with Garlic-Scented Broccoli for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Beet & Herb Baked Salmon with Garlic-Scented Broccoli?
Mediterranean whole30 like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Love how the Mediterranean come through in every bite.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
