Broccoli and Cheddar Salmon
Elevate your dinner table with this Broccoli and Cheddar Salmon, a mouthwatering fusion of healthy and hearty flavors that’s as easy to make as it is impressive. Perfectly tender salmon fillets are topped with a creamy, cheesy broccoli blend, featuring the tangy richness of cream cheese and sharp cheddar, balanced with aromatic hints of garlic and paprika. This dish is baked to perfection, yielding a flaky and flavorful fish crowned with a golden, savory crust. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick 20-minute bake, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Serve it alongside fresh lemon wedges for a zesty finish and pair it with your favorite side dish for a meal that’s both nutritious and indulgent.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) Salmon fillets
- 1 cup Broccoli florets
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (softened) Cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 4 pieces (for serving) Lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and finely chop the florets.
In a medium bowl, mix together the chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, paprika, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the fillets with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Spoon the broccoli and cheddar mixture evenly over the top of each salmon fillet, pressing gently to adhere.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes. Serve the fillets warm with fresh lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2710 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 209.3 g | 268% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.8 g | 429% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 636 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 4419 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 188.8 g | 378% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1113 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 472 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
