Delicious and Nutritious: How to Perfectly Pair Baked Salmon with Roasted Vegetables

This baked salmon is tender, flaky, and full of heart-healthy omega-3s. Roasted vegetables like bell peppers, and zucchini add a satisfying crunch, making this meal nutritious and delicious.

Recipe:

• 2 salmon fillets

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 zucchini, sliced

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
  

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Rub salmon with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

2. Toss the vegetables in olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then spread on a baking sheet.

3. Bake salmon and vegetables for 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily.
   

Why it’s healthy: Salmon is rich in omega-3s, great for heart health, and the veggies provide fiber and vitamins.

Cooking Tips: Add a squeeze of lemon over the salmon before serving. Pair with a side of quinoa or brown rice for extra fiber.