Spicy Salmon, Sweet Potato, Kale Skillet
Seasoned and crispy salmon with healthy veggies for lunch or dinner!
For the salmon:
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- pinch salt
- pinch pepper
- 2 medium salmon filet
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the sweet potato kale skillet:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup red onion (chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic clove (minced)
- 2 cups sweet potato (diced)
- pinch salt
- pinch pepper
- pinch red chili flakes
- 3 cups kale (trimmed, coarsely chopped)
Pat each salmon filet with a paper towel to dry.
In a small bowl, add paprika, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Season the salmon filets and set aside.
In a cast-iron skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and let the pan heat for a few minutes.
Add the salmon skin-side down and cook for about 6-8 minutes.
Flip filets and cook for about 2 minutes.
Remove salmon from pan and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
In the same skillet over medium-high heat, add a tablespoon of olive oil.
Then add onions and cook until soft and golden.
Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Add sweet potato and 1/4 cup of water to help cook faster. Cover skillet with a lid and cook for about 2 minutes.
Add kale, salt, pepper, and chili flakes to skillet and mix well. Cook until kale is wilted.
Return salmon to pan and enjoy!
Photo from: https://www.primaverakitchen.com/spicy-salmon-sweet-potato-skillet/