Ingredients
To create this comforting dish, you’ll need a handful of simple ingredients that you might already have in your kitchen. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1.5 pounds of baby potatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Fresh dill for garnish (optional)
If you’re missing fresh dill, don’t worry! A sprinkle of dried dill or parsley can work just as well. And if baby potatoes aren’t available, regular potatoes cut into chunks will do the trick.
Instructions
Crafting this dish is as straightforward as it gets. Follow these steps, and you’ll have dinner on the table in no time:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). As the oven heats, line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a bowl, toss the halved potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread them out evenly on the baking sheet.
- Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, just until they start to soften.
- While the potatoes are roasting, season the salmon fillets with a pinch of salt and pepper. Arrange the fillets on the baking sheet along with the potato halves.
- Top each salmon fillet with a slice of lemon. The citrus will infuse the fish with a delightful brightness as it cooks.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for an additional 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the potatoes are tender and golden.
- Once done, remove from oven and let rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with fresh dill before serving, if desired.
A little tip from my kitchen: Check your salmon for doneness by gently pressing it; it should flake easily. And remember, an extra squeeze of lemon juice just before serving adds a burst of freshness that ties everything together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Salmon and Potato Bake, recipe, cooking, food
