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Healthy Low Carb Salmon Recipe for a Balanced Meal - Simple, Fresh, and Satisfying

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • For the salmon:
  • 4 salmon fillets (about 5–6 oz each), skin on or off
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • For the veggie side:
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the herby yogurt sauce (optional but recommended):
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt and pepper
  • To finish: Lemon wedges and extra fresh herbs (dill, parsley, or chives)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat and prep: Heat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil for easy cleanup.
  • Season the veggies: Toss broccoli, zucchini, and bell pepper with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  • Start roasting the vegetables: Roast for 10 minutes to give them a head start so they turn tender and slightly caramelized.
  • Season the salmon: Pat the fillets dry. Rub with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  • Add salmon to the pan: Pull the baking sheet out, push the veggies to the sides, and place salmon fillets in the center, skin-side down if using.
  • Roast to perfection: Return to the oven and bake 8–12 minutes, depending on thickness. The salmon should flake easily and look slightly translucent in the center. For a crisp top, broil for the last 1–2 minutes.
  • Make the sauce: While salmon cooks, stir together Greek yogurt, dill, Dijon, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Finish and serve: Plate salmon with roasted veggies. Spoon on the herby yogurt sauce and add lemon wedges and fresh herbs. Taste and adjust salt as needed.