Rosemary Salmon with Mashed Potatoes & Fresh Garden Salad
Indulge in a delightful dining experience with Rosemary Salmon paired with creamy mashed potatoes and a fresh garden salad. This quick and nutritious meal is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or an intimate dinner date. The pan-seared salmon is infused with aromatic rosemary, enhancing its rich flavor while the fluffy mashed potatoes provide a comforting side. Complemented by a vibrant garden salad, this dish offers a harmonious blend of tastes and textures that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 salmon fillet
- 1 fresh rosemary sprig
- 1 tsp olive oil or butter
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 cup mashed potatoes (prepared with butter and milk or cream)
- 1 handful fresh spinach
- 56 cherry tomatoes, halved
- cucumber, sliced
- Optional: olive oil and lemon juice for dressing
Instructions
- Cook the Salmon: Season the salmon fillet with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, adding the rosemary sprig for infusion. Sear the salmon for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Prepare the Potatoes: Boil water and cook potatoes until tender. Drain, return to pot, then mash with butter, salt, and milk or cream until smooth.
- Build the Salad: In a bowl, mix fresh spinach, cucumber slices, and halved cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice if desired.
- Plate: Serve mashed potatoes topped with salmon garnished with rosemary alongside your colorful salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg