🥗 Baked Salmon with Roasted Vegetables
Why it’s great for seniors:
✔ High in protein for muscle strength
✔ Rich in omega-3s for heart and brain health
✔ Easy to chew and digest
✔ Low in sodium and added sugar
Ingredients:
- 1 salmon fillet (4–6 oz)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots or zucchini, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh dill or parsley
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
- Place salmon and vegetables on a lined baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over everything.
- Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, until salmon flakes easily and vegetables are tender.
- Garnish with herbs if desired.
Optional Sides:
- Brown rice or quinoa
- A small side salad
- Whole-grain roll