Baked Salmon with Steamed Broccoli and Sweet Potato

Ingredients

• Salmon fillet 120 g
• Broccoli 100 g
• Sweet potato 150 g
• Olive oil 1 tsp
• Garlic powder pinch

Method

1. Preheat oven and prepare sweet potato. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). While the oven heats, wash the sweet potato thoroughly to remove any dirt, then pat it dry with a clean towel. Pierce the sweet potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
   Tip: Piercing the sweet potato prevents it from bursting in the oven.
2. Bake the sweet potato. Place the pierced sweet potato on a baking tray or directly on the oven rack. Bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until a fork easily pierces through the flesh, indicating it is tender inside.
   Tip: To speed up baking, you can cut the sweet potato in half, but this may reduce moisture.
3. Prepare the salmon. While the sweet potato is baking, prepare the salmon fillet. Place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased. Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the salmon and sprinkle the garlic powder on top. Rub the seasoning gently with your fingers to coat the fish evenly.
   Tip: If you like, add a pinch of salt and pepper for extra flavor.
4. Bake the salmon. Place the salmon in the oven during the last 12-15 minutes of the sweet potato baking time. Bake until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
   Tip: Check the salmon at 12 minutes to avoid overcooking; cooking time may vary based on thickness.
5. Steam the broccoli. While the salmon and sweet potato are cooking, prepare the broccoli. Fill a pot with about 2-3 cm (1 inch) of water and bring it to a boil. Place a steamer basket over the boiling water, add the broccoli florets, cover with a lid, and steam for about 5-6 minutes until tender yet still bright green.
   Tip: Avoid over-steaming to keep broccoli crisp and retain nutrients.
6. Serve your meal. Once everything is cooked, plate the baked salmon alongside the steamed broccoli and the baked sweet potato. You can slice the sweet potato open and add a small pat of butter or a sprinkle of herbs if desired.
   Tip: Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

Pro tips

• Use fresh salmon for the best flavor and texture.
• To check if salmon is cooked, gently press the thickest part with a fork; it should flake easily.
• You can prepare the broccoli and salmon simultaneously to save time.