Description
This One-Skillet Garlicky Salmon & Broccoli is a delightfully tasty option for a quick and healthy dinner. With succulent salmon, fresh broccoli, and aromatic garlic, it brings irresistible flavor to your table while being easy to prepare. Perfect for those busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1¼ pounds skinless center-cut salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced, divided
- ¾ teaspoon salt, divided
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 5 cups broccoli florets
- 2 red bell peppers, seeded and chopped (2 cups)
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
- 1½ tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium tamari
- 1 tablespoon thinly sliced scallions
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet with a lid over medium-high heat.
- Add salmon pieces and half of the sliced garlic in an even layer.
- Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon each of salt and crushed red pepper.
- Cook, uncovered, turning occasionally, until salmon is opaque on all sides, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Transfer the salmon to a plate using a fish spatula or tongs, without wiping the skillet clean.
- Add the broccoli, chopped bell peppers, 1 tablespoon water, the remaining sliced garlic, and ¼ teaspoon salt to the skillet.
- Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Stir in 1½ tablespoons of orange juice and 1 tablespoon of tamari.
- Gently fold in the cooked salmon.
- Divide the mixture among 4 shallow bowls, spoon any remaining liquid from the pan over each bowl.
- Top with 1 teaspoon of orange zest and 1 tablespoon of scallions.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add more crushed red pepper to taste.
Feel free to substitute any vegetables you have on hand.
Make sure to keep an eye on the salmon while cooking to avoid overcooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 402
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 578mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 76mg