There are nights when you crave a dinner that feels special, yet doesn’t take hours to prepare. That’s where this Garlic Butter Salmon with Roasted Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, and Steamed Broccoli comes in. It’s a complete, balanced plate—juicy salmon bathed in garlicky butter, crispy roasted potatoes, sweet-and-savory glazed carrots, and tender broccoli.
It’s a dish that works for weeknights yet looks fancy enough for dinner parties. And the best part? Everything is prepared step-by-step so you can serve a wholesome, colorful plate with ease.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Garlic Butter Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (skin on or off, about 6 oz each)
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt & pepper, to taste
For the Roasted Potatoes
- 1 ½ lbs baby potatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary (or thyme)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
For the Glazed Carrots
- 4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into sticks or rounds
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons honey (or brown sugar)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for depth, optional)
- Pinch of cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
For the Steamed Broccoli
- 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 teaspoon olive oil or butter (optional)
- Pinch of salt