Salmon with Sweet Potato and Green Beans

Name: Salmon with Sweet Potato and Green Beans
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 oz Salmon fillet (about 140g, skin-on or skinless); 1 large Sweet potato (about 180g, washed); 1.5 cups Green beans (about 125g, trimmed); 1 tsp Butter (about 5g); 1 clove Garlic (minced)

965 kcal · 20 g protein · 10 minutes · 1 servings

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Salmon with Sweet Potato and Green Beans

A wholesome and flavorful dish featuring tender salmon fillet served alongside a naturally sweet baked sweet potato and crisp steamed green beans. This balanced meal combines rich protein and vibrant vegetables for a nourishing and satisfying dinner.

965 kcal 20 g protein 10 minutes

Ingredients

Salmon fillet 5 oz
Sweet potato 1 large
Green beans 1.5 cups
Butter 1 tsp
Garlic 1 clove

Method

Prepare the Sweet Potato. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the sweet potato thoroughly and pat it dry. Pierce the sweet potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking. Place it on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.
Tip: Piercing the sweet potato prevents it from bursting in the oven.
Bake the Sweet Potato. Place the sweet potato in the preheated oven and bake for about 35 minutes, or until it is soft when pierced with a fork. While the sweet potato bakes, you can prepare the other ingredients.
Tip: Check the potato at 30 minutes to avoid overcooking.
Prepare the Green Beans. Trim the ends of the green beans by snapping or cutting them off. Rinse the green beans under cold water. To steam, fill a pot with about an inch of water and bring it to a boil. Place a steamer basket over the boiling water, add the green beans, cover with a lid, and steam for about 5-7 minutes until tender but still crisp.
Tip: Do not over-steam the green beans to keep their vibrant color and crunch.
Cook the Salmon. While the green beans steam, heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Place the salmon fillet skin-side down (if skin-on) in the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes without moving it to get a nice sear. Flip the salmon carefully and cook for another 3-4 minutes until it is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Tip: Use a spatula to gently lift the salmon to check if it releases easily before flipping.
Assemble and Serve. Once the sweet potato is baked, slice it open lengthwise and fluff the inside with a fork. Plate the salmon fillet alongside the baked sweet potato and steamed green beans. Optionally, you can add a small pat of butter on the sweet potato for extra richness.
Tip: Serve immediately while everything is warm for the best taste.

Pro tips

To check if salmon is done, it should flake easily with a fork and have an opaque appearance.
If you prefer, you can microwave the sweet potato for 5-7 minutes instead of baking to save time.