Pan-Seared Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potato and Broccoli

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A nutrient-packed paleo meal featuring tender salmon fillets with caramelized edges paired with roasted sweet potatoes and crisp broccoli florets. This Mediterranean-inspired paleo recipe (gluten free, whole30), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, sweet potatoes, broccoli florets for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 30 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Peel and dice 2 medium sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Toss with 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tbsp fresh rosemary. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, flipping halfway until tender and caramelized.
  2. Step 2: Meanwhile, toss 3 cups broccoli florets with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1 minced garlic clove. Add to the baking sheet for the last 10 minutes of roasting until crisp-tender and slightly browned.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until edges are crispy and salmon is opaque halfway up.
  4. Step 4: Flip salmon and cook for another 3 minutes until just cooked through and flakes easily. Remove from heat and drizzle each fillet with 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice.
  5. Step 5: Serve salmon atop a bed of roasted sweet potatoes and broccoli, garnished with remaining 1/2 tbsp chopped rosemary.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potato and Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Pan-Seared Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potato and Broccoli?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potato and 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 Pan-Seared Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potato and Broccoli for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.

Is Pan-Seared Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potato and Broccoli gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free, whole30, high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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