Salmon and potato tray bake
Delight in this easy-to-make Salmon and Potato Tray Bake with fresh thyme and a zesty lemon twist. Featuring juicy cherry tomatoes and a hint of spice from red hot chili peppers, it's a perfect weeknight meal!
- 21 Mar 2024
- Cook time 35 min
- Prep time 5 min
- 4 Servings
- 6 Ingredients
This Salmon and Potato Tray Bake is a simple yet delicious recipe that combines tender salmon with crispy potatoes, zesty lemon, spicy red hot chili peppers, and fresh thyme for a wholesome and flavorful meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal, this dish is sure to become a family favorite with its vibrant colors and delightful taste.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly.
- Cut the potatoes into thin wedges or slices. Uniform slices ensure they cook evenly.
- Zest the lemon and set aside the zest for later use.
- Slice the lemon into thin rounds.
- Deseed the chili peppers if you prefer less heat. Slice them thinly.
- Arrange the potato slices on a large baking tray or sheet pan in a single layer.
- Scatter the lemon slices and chili pepper slices over the potatoes.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Season generously with salt, pepper, and the fresh thyme.
- Toss everything gently to ensure the potatoes are well-coated.
- Place the tray in the preheated oven.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until the potatoes begin to soften and turn golden brown.
- Cut the salmon into portion-sized pieces if not already done.
- Season the salmon lightly with salt and pepper.
- Optionally, you can rub the salmon pieces with a bit of olive oil.
- Remove the tray from the oven.
- Create a little space among the potatoes and place the salmon pieces on the tray.
- Scatter the cherry tomatoes around the salmon and potatoes.
- Return the tray to the oven.
- Bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the potatoes are fully tender.
- Remove the tray from the oven.
- Sprinkle the lemon zest over the dish for a fresh burst of flavor.
- Garnish with any remaining fresh thyme.
- Serve immediately, ensuring each portion has a mix of salmon, potatoes, tomatoes, and some of the flavorful roasted lemons and chili peppers.
Tips:
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to line your tray for easier cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Make sure to cut the potatoes into even sizes so they cook uniformly.
- Marinate the salmon with lemon juice, thyme, and a bit of olive oil for at least 15 minutes before baking to enhance its flavor.
- For a more intense flavor, you can add garlic cloves or onion slices to the tray.
- Keep an eye on the salmon to prevent overcooking; it should be opaque and flake easily with a fork when done.
- Feel free to add or substitute vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or asparagus for more variety in the tray bake.
In summary, this Salmon and Potato Tray Bake is a nutritious and flavorful dish that's easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion. The combination of tender salmon, crispy potatoes, tangy lemon, and spicy chili peppers creates a harmony of flavors that will impress your taste buds. With this recipe, you can enjoy a scrumptious meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 380 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 290kcal | 12% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 27g | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 33g | 9% |
| Fiber 6g | 15% |
| Sugar 4.74g | 5% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 5g | 6% |
| Saturated 0.99g | 3% |
| Cholesterol 50mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 80ug | 9% |
| Choline 130mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B1 0.26mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B2 0.20mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 11mg | 71% |
| Vitamin B6 1.32mg | 77% |
| Vitamin B9 44ug | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 4.70ug | 196% |
| Vitamin C 80mg | 91% |
| Vitamin E 1.01mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K 12ug | 10% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 60mg | 4% |
| Copper, Cu 0.31mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 2.20mg | 20% |
| Magnesium, Mg 80mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus, P 410mg | 33% |
| Potassium, K 1340mg | 39% |
| Selenium, Se 36ug | 66% |
| Sodium, Na 100mg | 7% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.07mg | 10% |
| Water | |
| Water 310g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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