Pasta with Broccoli and Salmon
I love this recipe because I find it a really great way to get kids to eat or try salmon. Salmon is a GREAT source of omega-3 fatty acids- providing tons of great heart and brain health benefits. The added broccoli provides fiber and vitamin C, both important nutrients for a well-rounded meal.
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Health Benefit: This meal contains protein and fiber to help keep us fuller for longer. It also contains vitamin C- important for immune health, as well as omega-3 fatty acids which will provide brain and heart health.
Cookware
- 1 oven safe dish
- 1 small pot
- 1 medium size pot
Ingredients
- 6- oz piece of fresh salmon fillet
- 1 box pasta of choice
- 1 TBSP + 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 head of broccoli (or 1.5 cups frozen)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Substitutions
You can substitute fresh salmon for canned salmon, or any other fish of choice.
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
Step 2
Sprinkle salmon with 1 TBSP olive oil, salt and pepper; place in oven and cook for 20-25 minutes (until fully cooked); when done cooking, let salmon cool and cut into cubes
Step 3
While salmon is cooking, cook pasta according to package
Step 4
In a second pot place broccoli in boiling water and cover to steam about 4-5 minutes; once all ingredients are finished cooking, mix together and add 1 tsp olive oil
Step 5
Enjoy!