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Tomato Pesto Cream Salmon
with potatoes and Brussels sprouts
Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 3 days

Contains: Fish (Salmon), Milk
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesUnder 35g net carbsOver 30g protein

Chef
David Welch
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In Your Box (serves 4)
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- 16 oz. Yukon Potatoes
- 12 oz. Brussels Sprouts
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- 1 tsp. Garlic Salt
- ½ tsp. Garlic and Parsley Seasoning
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories590
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Carbohydrates28g
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Net Carbs24g
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Fat40g
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Protein34g
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Sodium1260mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
- 2 Large Non-Stick Pans
- 1 Microwave
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using antibiotic free chicken, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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If using top round steak, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 3-5 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Cut potatoes into 1/2" pieces.
Place potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl and cover with a damp paper towel.Microwave covered until tender, 6-8 minutes.While potatoes microwave, trim stems off Brussels sprouts and quarter.Carefully remove potatoes from microwave. -
2 Cook the Salmon
Pat salmon dry. Season flesh side with garlic and parsley seasoning, half the garlic salt (reserve remaining for vegetables), 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper.
Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.Working in batches if necessary, add salmon, skin-side up, to hot pan. Cook until golden-brown and salmon reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 3-4 minutes per side.Remove from burner.While salmon cooks, continue recipe. -
3 Cook the Vegetables
Place another large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.
Add Brussels sprouts to hot pan and cook, 1 minute.Add 1/4 cup water and 1/4 tsp. salt. Cover and cook until tender, 2-4 minutes.Uncover and stir in potatoes, 1 Tbsp. olive oil, remaining garlic salt, and 1/4 tsp. salt until vegetables are browned, 3-5 minutes.Remove from burner and stir in softened butter until combined. Wipe bowl used to microwave potatoes clean and reserve.While vegetables cook, continue recipe. -
4 Make Sauce and Finish Dish
In reserved microwave-safe bowl, combine cream base, pesto, half the cheese (reserve remaining for garnish), and 1/4 tsp. salt. Kids want to help? With supervision, have them help prepare the sauce.
Microwave uncovered until cheese is melted, 30-60 seconds.Carefully remove from microwave and stir to combine.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping salmon with sauce. Garnish vegetables with remaining cheese. Bon appétit!
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