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Salmon with Mashed Potatoes

Salmon with Mashed Potatoes

This Salmon with Mashed Potatoes recipe is a simple yet elegant dish featuring perfectly pan-seared salmon served over buttery, creamy mashed potatoes. It’s a wholesome meal that feels fancy but comes together quickly; perfect for weeknights or dinner parties!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Dinner, Seafood dish
Cuisine: American, European
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Salmon:
  • 4 fillets Salmon skin on or off, your choice
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • ½ tsp Black pepper
  • ½ tsp Paprika
  • 1 Lemon for zest and juice
  • For the Mashed Potatoes:
  • 4 large Russet potatoes peeled and chopped
  • ¼ cup Butter
  • ½ cup Milk warm, or heavy cream for extra richness
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • ½ tsp Garlic powder optional
  • 2 tbsp Sour cream or cream cheese optional, for extra creaminess
  • Fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet or non-stick pan
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Potato masher or ricer

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Potatoes: Boil chopped potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 minutes). Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  2. Mash & Flavor: Add butter, warm milk, salt, garlic powder, and optional sour cream. Mash until smooth and fluffy. Cover and keep warm.
  3. Cook the Salmon: Pat the salmon dry with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear the Salmon: Place salmon fillets skin-side down (if using) and sear for 4–5 minutes, then flip and cook another 3–4 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top.
  5. Serve: Scoop a generous portion of mashed potatoes onto each plate, top with a salmon fillet, and garnish with parsley and lemon zest. Enjoy!

Notes

  • You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream in the mashed potatoes.
  • For an herby twist, add chopped dill or chives to the potatoes or salmon.
  • Don’t overcook the salmon, it’s best slightly pink in the center.
Salmon with Mashed Potatoes
Salmon with Mashed Potatoes
Salmon with Mashed Potatoes
Hope you loved this cozy Salmon with Mashed Potatoes!
Bon appétit and may your next dinner be just as satisfying and full of flavor. 🥔🐟✨