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A plate of grilled salmon with creamy mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables, highlighting the question "Are salmon and mashed potatoes healthy?"

Healthy Salmon and Mashed Potatoes Recipe

  • Author: Manuela
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Healthy recipes
  • Cuisine: American

Description

A healthy, protein-packed meal with flaky salmon and creamy mashed potatoes—made lighter with Greek yogurt and olive oil. Ready in 30 minutes! 🍽🔥


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 fillets wild-caught salmon
  • 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled & diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Salmon – Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season salmon with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Bake or grill for 12-15 minutes until flaky.

2️⃣ Boil the Potatoes – Cook diced potatoes in salted boiling water for 15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain.

3️⃣ Mash & Mix – Mash potatoes with Greek yogurt, olive oil, and garlic until creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.

4️⃣ Plate & Serve – Pair the salmon with mashed potatoes, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with a side of veggies for a balanced meal.


Notes

💡 Pro Tip: For extra fiber, leave the potato skins on or swap half the potatoes with mashed cauliflower for a low-carb option!


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2
  • Calories: ~480
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: healthy salmon recipe, mashed potatoes, Greek yogurt, easy dinner, quick meal