Instant Pot Salmon with Garlic Potatoes and Greens
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 pounds small red-skinned potatoes
halved or quartered
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- Four 5- to 6-ounce skin-on center-cut salmon fillets
3/4 to 1 inch thick
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
plus lemon wedges for serving
- 4 cloves garlic
minced
- 4 cups packed mixed baby spinach and arugula
about 3 1/2 ounces
Directions
- 1
Put the potatoes in the bottom of an Instant Pot. Add 1 cup water, 2 tablespoons of the butter, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Place the pot's steam rack over the potatoes.
- 2
Rub the top and sides of the salmon fillets with the paprika and lemon zest and season generously with salt and pepper. Place skin-side down on the rack. Put on the lid, making sure the steam valve is in the sealing position, and set the cooker to high pressure for 3 minutes. When finished, carefully turn the steam valve to the venting position to release the pressure.
- 3
Remove the salmon and rack and set the cooker to saute at normal heat. When the potatoes start sizzling, add the garlic and cook, stirring, until softened, 1 to 2 minutes; stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and season generously with salt and pepper. Smash the potatoes with a fork or wooden spoon until chunky.
- 4
Turn off the cooker. Add the mixed greens to the potatoes and stir until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Divide the salmon and potato mixture among plates. Serve with lemon wedges.
Instant Pot Salmon with Garlic Potatoes and Greens
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About this Recipe
Looking for a convenient and complete meal that delivers on both flavor and nutrition? This Instant Pot Salmon with Garlic Potatoes and Greens brings together fresh, wholesome ingredients into one satisfying dish, perfect for any night of the week.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its ability to combine tender, garlic-infused potatoes, perfectly cooked salmon, and vibrant greens into a cohesive meal using the efficiency of an Instant Pot. It's a testament to how simple, quality ingredients can create a truly comforting and balanced plate, making mealtime a breeze.
You can anticipate a delightful medley of textures and tastes. Imagine flaky, moist salmon, gently seasoned with a hint of paprika and bright lemon zest, nestled alongside small red-skinned potatoes that are tender, buttery, and fragrant with minced garlic. The dish is beautifully complemented by a generous helping of fresh mixed baby spinach and arugula, which provides a lovely, slightly peppery counterpoint to the richness of the salmon and potatoes, rounding out each forkful. This dish offers a wholesome and flavorful experience, designed to bring robust, high-quality ingredients together harmoniously for a complete plate.
Feel free to experiment with your favorite ingredients to make this dish uniquely yours. While red-skinned potatoes are suggested, small Yukon Golds or even baby new potatoes would also work wonderfully, absorbing the butter and garlic flavors beautifully. For the greens, you could substitute other tender, quick-cooking greens like baby kale or a spring mix if baby spinach and arugula aren't on hand. A pinch of dried dill or a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley added at the end could offer an extra layer of herbal freshness, further enhancing the garlic potatoes and salmon.
This Instant Pot Salmon with Garlic Potatoes and Greens is an excellent choice for a busy weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal. Serve it immediately with extra lemon wedges on the side to brighten every bite.