Roasted Salmon with Spinach
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this simple yet flavorful Roasted Salmon with Spinach recipe. Featuring tender, flaky salmon fillets brushed with a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, this dish is roasted to perfection in under 15 minutes. Paired with a bed of buttery, garlicky sautéed spinach brightened with a hint of crushed red pepper, this meal is as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for busy nights, this high-protein, low-carb recipe comes together in just 30 minutes and serves as an elegant option for any occasion. Don’t forget the lemon wedges for a burst of freshness in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (4-6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 10 ounces baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 4 pieces lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin side down if applicable.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Brush the olive oil mixture evenly over the salmon fillets, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and roast the salmon for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon is roasting, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the baby spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring frequently until all the spinach is wilted, which should take 3-4 minutes.
Sprinkle the crushed red pepper flakes over the spinach, season with a pinch of salt and black pepper, then remove from heat.
To serve, divide the sautéed spinach among four plates, place a roasted salmon fillet on top, and garnish with lemon wedges for a bright finish. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1640 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.5 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.0 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 260 mg | 87% | |
| Sodium | 3108 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.4 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 126.4 g | 253% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 334 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 256 mg | 5% | |
*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.
