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Healthy Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Salmon Recipe with Roasted Sweet Potato

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A quick and easy weeknight dinner featuring turmeric-spiced salmon with crispy skin paired with caramelized roasted sweet potatoes, packed with anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz / 170g each), skin-on preferred
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder (fresh turmeric optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • A handful fresh parsley, chopped
  • Optional: red pepper flakes or smoked paprika for heat

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Toss peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Roast sweet potatoes for about 25 minutes, tossing halfway through to brown all sides evenly.
  4. While potatoes roast, mix 1 tablespoon olive oil, turmeric powder, minced garlic, grated ginger, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  5. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush turmeric marinade over the tops of the fillets, avoiding the skin side.
  6. Heat a large non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
  7. Place salmon skin-side down in the pan. Press gently with a spatula for about 10 seconds to prevent curling.
  8. Cook for 4-5 minutes without moving until skin is crispy and golden brown. Flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until salmon reaches preferred doneness (medium rare recommended).
  9. Check sweet potatoes for tenderness and caramelization; roast a few minutes longer if needed.
  10. Serve salmon alongside roasted sweet potatoes. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

Notes

Pat salmon skin dry before cooking for extra crispiness. Toss sweet potatoes halfway through roasting for even caramelization. If turmeric mixture starts to burn, reduce heat to avoid bitterness. Medium-rare salmon is recommended for juiciness but adjust cooking time to preference. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days; reheat salmon gently in skillet to preserve crisp skin.

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