Maple-Chipotle Salmon with Sweet Potato and Green Beans
Maple-Chipotle Salmon with Sweet Potato and Green Beans is a delightful dish that perfectly balances sweetness and spiciness. Tender salmon fillets are glazed with a rich maple-chipotle sauce, served alongside roasted sweet potatoes and crisp green beans. This meal not only satisfies your hunger but also creates a warm, inviting atmosphere ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners. In just about 40 minutes, you can bring this vibrant, flavorful dish to your table and impress everyone with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tsp chipotle powder
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 2 cups)
- 8 oz fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss sweet potato cubes in olive oil, salt, and pepper; spread them on one side of the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix maple syrup, chipotle powder, salt, and pepper to create the glaze.
- Roast the sweet potatoes for 15-20 minutes until slightly tender.
- Push sweet potatoes aside on the baking sheet and place the salmon fillets on the other side. Brush generously with the maple-chipotle sauce.
- Return to the oven for another 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily and sweet potatoes are fully tender.
- Steam or sauté green beans separately until bright green and tender-crisp; serve alongside salmon and sweet potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g), 1 cup sweet potatoes (150g), 1 cup green beans (125g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg