Salmon with Cucumber Bacon Slaw

This meal prep baked salmon is one of the easiest ways to cook salmon and is incredibly nutritious. Cooking the bacon and salmon in the same sheet pan at the same time makes this so much faster and easier to clean up. Salmon provides lean protein and healthy fats, making it an excellent meal prep choice to maintain muscle mass and support a healthy metabolism.

The cucumber bacon slaw not only adds flavor to the dish but also introduces a variety of textures and colors. The cucumber balances the turkey bacon with a refreshing flavor and complements the richness of the meal prep baked salmon. The slaw can also keep the fridge nicely so you can make multiple servings at the beginning of the week and pair it with proteins to complete meals.

incorporating this meal prep baked Salmon with Cucumber Bacon Slaw into your routine offers an amazing combination of nutritiousness, flavor, and convenience. This meal prep recipe provides essential nutrients for a healthy life as well as tasting fantastic. It’s a delicious and easy choice for those striving to maintain a balanced and nutritious diet amidst the demands of a busy lifestyle.

Salmon with Cucumber and Bacon Slaw

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Course dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 2

Equipment

• knife
• cutting board
• mixing bowl
• sheet pan
• oven

Ingredients

  

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Salmon and seasonings

• 12 oz salmon
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Cucumber Salad

• 2 slices turkey bacon
• 1 each cucumber (diced)
• 1 each lemon
• 1/4 cup mayonaise
• 1 tbsp chives (chopped)
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp pepper

Instructions

 

Salmon and Bacon

• Preheat your oven to 400F
• Place the salmon on a sheet pan and season it with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper. Coat it with olive oil
• Place the bacon next to the salmon on the same sheet pan
• Place the sheet pan in the oven for 15 minutes until the salmon cooks through
• Remove both the salmon and turkey bacon from the oven
• Let the turkey bacon cool for a few minutes and then chop into small pieces

Cucumber Salad

• In a bowl, add the diced cucumber, cooled bacon, lemon juice, chives, and mayo. Season with salt and pepper Mix until the cucumber is fully coated with the mayo
• Serve the cucumber mixture with the salmon