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Salmon Mac and Cheese Bowls with Kale Recipe

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This Salmon Mac and Cheese Bowls with Kale recipe is a quick and delicious meal combining creamy macaroni and cheese, tender baked salmon, and sautéed kale for a nutritious and satisfying dish perfect for any weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Salmon

  • 2 6 oz salmon filets
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil (divided: about 1/2 teaspoon per filet)
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Lemon slices, for serving

Mac and Cheese

  • 1 box your favorite macaroni and cheese pasta (recommended Annie’s or Banza)

Kale

  • 1 bunch dinosaur (Lacinato) kale, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to prepare for baking the salmon.
  2. Make Mac and Cheese: Follow the package directions to prepare the macaroni and cheese. This usually involves boiling the pasta, draining it, and mixing in the cheese sauce.
  3. Cook Salmon: While the mac and cheese is cooking, coat each salmon filet lightly with about 1/2 teaspoon olive oil, then season generously with salt and pepper. Place the salmon filets in a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 5-6 minutes. Depending on the thickness of the salmon, you may need to cook a bit longer. Finally, switch the oven to broil and broil the salmon for an additional 1 minute to crisp the outside and achieve a golden brown finish.
  4. Sauté Kale: While the salmon is baking, heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped kale and sauté for about 5 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven. In shallow bowls, assemble the dish by adding a portion of mac and cheese, sautéed kale, and a salmon filet topped with fresh lemon slices. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

  • Adjust baking time of salmon according to thickness; thicker filets may require more time.
  • For a dairy-free option, choose a vegan mac and cheese.
  • Use fresh lemon slices to add brightness and cut through the richness of the dish.
  • Lacinato kale works best for sautéing due to its tender leaves and mild flavor.
  • You can substitute kale with spinach or Swiss chard if preferred.

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