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25 Salmon Side Dishes

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Looking for mouthwatering side dishes to serve with your salmon? This post has got you covered!

From oven-baked veggies, low-carb cauliflower rice, salads, and more, I’m sure you’ll find a healthy side recipe to make below.

What to Serve with Salmon

No matter how you cook it, salmon pairs well with everything. And because it’s high in protein and nutritious, it will keep you full for quite a while, which means you can serve it with something simple and light.

Below you’ll find simple recipes with a variety of flavor profiles that will pair great with your oven-baked salmon.

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Sweet Potato Salad

A lighter (and tastier) version of the classic side!

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Low-carb and full of the fresh flavors you love in every bite.

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Roasted to sweet and golden perfection, this mix of simple veggies is delish.

 

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A simple salad that’s high in nutrients and flavor!

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The perfect summer companion for all your salmon dinners.

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Spiralized Zucchini and Tomatoes

This dish comes together in a flash, perfect for when you forgot to plan for sides!

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Roasted Lemon Asparagus

Bake this lemon asparagus at the same time as your salmon for an easy (and epic) side.  

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Bruschetta Salad

Juicy tomato, fresh basil, and a balsamic drizzle – trust me, you’ll want to serve this with everything.

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Avocado Salsa

Top your salmon, serve it with chips, or eat it with a spoon -no judgment either way.

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Cheesy, garlicky goodness served as a low-carb “pasta” side.

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Quick, easy, and customizable with what you have in the fridge!

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Which of these epic salmon sides will you try first?

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25 Salmon Side Dishes

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These sides are perfect to serve with salmon. Starting with everyone’s favorite roasted potatoes and broccoli! 

  • Author: Laura Fuentes
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4
  • Category: Sides
  • Method: Roasted

Ingredients

  • 1lbs baby potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder, divided
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1lb broccoli florets, cut into small florets

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, place the oven rack in the middle of the oven, and preheat the oven to 425F.
  2. Wash the potatoes thoroughly and dry them with a kitchen towel. Half them lengthwise, and quarter them, so they’re approximately the same size.
  3. In a large bowl, place 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Dump the quartered potatoes in the bowl and toss to coat all the potatoes with olive oil and seasonings.
  4. Transfer the potatoes onto the lined baking sheet, making sure to spread them out evenly on the surface area. Bake the potatoes for 15 minutes in the preheated oven.
  5. Meanwhile, prep the broccoli by chopping the florets into smaller pieces I usually half them. Toss the smaller florets into the large bowl, with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and ½ teaspoon of garlic powder.
  6. Remove the pan from the oven after 15 minutes, and move the potatoes to one side of the pan to make room for the broccoli. Place the broccoli florets on the pan and return it to the oven to cook for an additional 10 to 12 minutes.
  7. Once the potatoes and broccoli pierce easily with a fork, remove them from the oven and serve immediately.

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Notes

If you don’t chop the broccoli and leave the florets big or whole, 12 minutes in the oven will not be long enough, as large broccoli pieces take about 15 minutes. 

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 212
  • Sugar: 3.3 g
  • Sodium: 201.8 mg
  • Fat: 11.1 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 26.5 g
  • Fiber: 5.9 g
  • Protein: 5.3 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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