🥦Baked Salmon with Steamed Vegetables

Baked salmon with steamed vegetables is one of the best meals for healthy eating and weight management. Salmon is rich in protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health and reduce inflammation. This meal is light, nutritious, and easy to prepare.

Ingredients:

 

• • 2 salmon fillets

• • 1 tablespoon olive oil

• • Juice of 1 lemon

• • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• • 1 teaspoon dried herbs (thyme or oregano)

• • Salt and black pepper to taste

• • 1 cup broccoli florets

• • 1 cup carrots, sliced

• • 1 cup zucchini, sliced

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place the salmon fillets on it. Drizzle olive oil over the salmon and squeeze lemon juice on top. Season with garlic powder, dried herbs, salt, and pepper.

Bake the salmon in the oven for about 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets. The salmon should be tender and easily flake with a fork.

While the salmon is baking, prepare the vegetables. Fill a pot with a small amount of water and bring it to a boil. Place the broccoli, carrots, and zucchini in a steamer basket over the boiling water. Cover and steam for about 5 to 7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.

Once cooked, remove the vegetables and season them lightly with salt and pepper. You can add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra flavor without adding calories.

Serve the baked salmon alongside the steamed vegetables. This meal provides a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and fiber. It keeps you full while supporting fat loss and muscle maintenance.

Salmon is particularly beneficial for people trying to lose weight because it improves insulin sensitivity and reduces cravings. Steamed vegetables are low in calories but high in nutrients, making them ideal for portion control.

This dish is also suitable for meal preparation. You can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

For variety, you can change the vegetables depending on the season or add herbs like parsley or dill for more flavor.

This baked salmon with steamed vegetables recipe proves that healthy dinners can be simple, tasty, and effective for weight loss.