Salmon ‘n’ spuds

This delicious low-calorie dinner is quick and easy to prepare, nutritious and delicious. It’s high in protein to keep you full and satisfied, has a high non-dairy source of calcium for strong bones and contains over one third of your daily fibre intake.

Salmon is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids and B12, which help to contribute to healthy brain function, and vegetables are an excellence source of complex carbohydrates for slow energy release.

The recipe is designed for two people. Double the ingredients for a family-sized portion and use a large baking tray or split the ingredients equally between two trays.

Ingredients

• 2 small pieces of salmon (300gms)


• 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced


• 1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed


• 4 baby potatoes, cut in quarters


• ½ small sweet potato, cut in 2cm pieces


• ½ cup green beans


• 1 small broccoli, chopped into florets


• 1 tablespoon almonds, thinly sliced


• 1 teaspoon rosemary


• 1 tablespoon olive oil


• 1 teaspoon paprika


• 1 lemon

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 200C.


2. Wash all vegetables.


3. Squeeze ½ lemon on the salmon, sprinkle with paprika and set aside.


4. Place chopped potato and sweet potato in baking tray, drizzle with olive oil and cook for 10 minutes.


5. Place all other vegetables and almonds in a bowl, use the rest of the olive oil, sprinkle with rosemary and add to the potatoes when done. Cook for another 10 minutes.


6. Add salmon to the vegetables and cook for another 10-15 minutes.


7. Add a squeeze of lemon and serve.

All information contained in this article is intended for general information purposes only. The information provided should not be relied upon as medical advice and does not supersede or replace a consultation with a suitably qualified healthcare professional.