Pan-Seared Salmon with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Garlic
A simple paleo-friendly dish featuring tender salmon fillets seared to perfection paired with caramelized Brussels sprouts roasted with garlic. This Mediterranean-inspired paleo recipe (gluten free), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, Brussels sprouts, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a paleo week and pairs well with roasted root vegetables or a leafy 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.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces, 6 oz each salmon fillets
- 1 lb, halved Brussels sprouts
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 lemon wedges
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Toss 1 lb halved Brussels sprouts with 2 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a mixing bowl until evenly coated. Spread them on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and caramelized on the edges.
- Step 2: While the Brussels sprouts roast, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Place fillets skin-side down in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden.
- Step 3: Flip the salmon fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout.
- Step 4: Serve each salmon fillet alongside a generous portion of the garlic roasted Brussels sprouts, garnished with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.









